General Education Instructional Assistant, SY 2026-2027 - Mitchell Elementary

Mitchell Elementary School; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Needham Public Schools Mitchell Elementary School in Needham, MA is seeking a General Education Instructional Assistant to support classroom activities, supervise students, and assist with lunch/recess. The role requires flexibility to cover classes and perform duties as assigned by the Principal.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma (advanced degree with IA experience is a plus) and can work calmly under pressure while engaging with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Advanced degree with 1-3 years of previous IA experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing class coverage
• Supervising students
• Performing lunch and recess duties
• Supporting students as necessary
• Any additional tasks assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal

Skills

Student support

Calm under pressure

Patience

Safety knowledge

Tech skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled General Education Instructional Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Principal and Assistant Principal, General Education Teaching Assistants support the daily building and student needs including:

• Providing class coverage
• Supervising students
• Performing lunch and recess duties
• Supporting students as necessary
• Any additional tasks assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal

The essential functions and duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:

• Ability to work with students with various learning profiles and varying support needs.
• Ability to keep a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
• Ability to display patience with students.
• Knowledge of student safety requirements and practices.
• Technology and computer skills.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Advanced degree with 1-3 years of previous IA experience is a plus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit (including sitting on the floor or other hard surface), stand, walk, kneel, talk, hear, operate a computer, handheld learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, work indoors or outdoors, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Occasionally may need to assist students with standing, sitting, organizational functions or other related general physical tasks.

Compensation and Benefits:

Please review the Unit C Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits. Hourly Rate Range:$24.42-$28.53

Successful completion of all standard state and district background checks (CORI/SORI and fingerprinting) is mandatory before employment.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .

General Education Instructional Assistant, SY 2026-2027 - Mitchell Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 1659514
Application Deadline: Jan 06, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:0 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled General Education Instructional Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Principal and Assistant Principal, General Education Teaching Assistants support the daily building and student needs including:

• Providing class coverage
• Supervising students
• Performing lunch and recess duties
• Supporting students as necessary
• Any additional tasks assigned by the Principal or Assistant Principal

The essential functions and duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:

• Ability to work with students with various learning profiles and varying support needs.
• Ability to keep a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
• Ability to display patience with students.
• Knowledge of student safety requirements and practices.
• Technology and computer skills.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Advanced degree with 1-3 years of previous IA experience is a plus.

Job Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit (including sitting on the floor or other hard surface), stand, walk, kneel, talk, hear, operate a computer, handheld learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, work indoors or outdoors, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Occasionally may need to assist students with standing, sitting, organizational functions or other related general physical tasks.

Compensation and Benefits:

Please review the Unit C Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits. Hourly Rate Range:$24.42-$28.53

Successful completion of all standard state and district background checks (CORI/SORI and fingerprinting) is mandatory before employment.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Tedeschi
• 1330 Highland Avenue
• Needham, Massachusetts 02492
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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