Grade 7 Inclusion Instructional Assistant

Gateway Regional School; Huntington (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Regional School District in Huntington, MA, seeks a Grade 7 Inclusion Instructional Assistant to support students one-on-one or in small groups, assist with lesson delivery and behavioral support, and help create a positive classroom environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and therapists to advance student progress and IEP goals.

The role requires willingness to obtain CPI certification and offers an hourly pay range based on education and placement.

Qualifications

• Supports students individually or in small groups to complete assignments and tasks.
• Assists teachers with lesson plans and instructional activities across academic and behavioral domains.
• Helps create a calm, structured classroom environment that fosters learning and positive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assist with behavior management using de-escalation techniques.
• Participate in social skills instruction and activities of daily living.
• Communicate progress with teachers, therapists and staff about student need and progress.
• Support inclusive classrooms and help students engage with peers.
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring to inform IEP goals.

Skills

Student support

Small-group support

Behavior management

Collaboration

Job description

Grade 7 Inclusion Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Provide individualized or small-group support to students to help them complete classroom assignments, homework, and other academic tasks.
• Assist teachers in the implementation of lesson plans and instructional activities across academic and behavioral domains.
• Support the development of a calm, structured, and respectful classroom environment that promotes learning and positive behavior.
• Assist with behavior management by teaching and reinforcing problem-solving skills, providing consistent support, and implementing de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Actively participate in social skills instruction, activities of daily living, community outings, and work-study experiences, helping students generalize skills across settings.
• Communicate regularly with teachers, therapists, and other school staff regarding student progress in academic, social, and behavioral areas.
• Support students’ engagement and success in inclusive classrooms, facilitating their participation alongside peers whenever possible.
• Assist with data collection, progress monitoring, and other documentation as needed to inform instruction and IEP goals.
• Collaborate as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and administrators, to implement individualized strategies that meet students’ needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration to support the success and well-being of students
• Must be willing to become CPI certified.
• Salary range: $18.24-$29.18, dependent upon education, experience, and placement.

The Gateway Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin,gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation or military or exercise of civil rights in admission to, access to treatment in or employment in its programs or activities.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $18.24 to $29.18 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stacy Stewart , Director of Human Resources
• Gateway Regional School District
• Huntington, Massachusetts 01050
• Email: [e-mail]