Instructional Assistant

Kingdom East Unified Union School District

Burke (VT)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Kingdom East Unified Union School District is seeking a full time Instructional Assistant at Newark Street School in Newark, Vermont. The IA will support students ages 5 to 14 with academic, social, emotional and behavioral skills, under the direction of administrators and student services.

Applicants should be capable of working with students with special learning needs and have strong teamwork and flexibility.

Qualifications

The candidate must complete the ParaPro assessment or hold an associate degree or higher.
Experience or desire to support children with special learning needs.
Strong teaming skills and classroom relationship building.

Responsibilities

Provide care and support to students ages 5–14 for growth in academic, social, emotional and behavioral skills.
Work closely with classroom teachers and special education case managers under supervision.
Assist in developing a classroom environment with strong connections to students.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945550

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking a full time Instructional Assistant (IA), assigned to work at Newark Street School. The candidate must be energetic and love working, playing and interacting with students, ages ranging from 5 up to 14. The IA will have experience and/or the desire to provide care and support to children for growth and learning academic, social, emotional and behavioral skills. The ideal candidate will have experience serving children with special learning needs and/or who need support acquiring independent educational skills. The candidate requires strong teaming skills, flexibility and a willingness to assist in developing a classroom environment that makes strong connections and relationships with children. The candidate will work closely with classroom teachers and/or special education case managers and are under the direction of the school administrator and the Director of Student Services. The individual in this position supports specialized instruction and other supports for students as assigned. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or have an associate degree or higher. A background check, including fingerprinting required upon employment. The pay range for this position is currently $18.50/hr.-$25.34/hr.

Newark Street School is part of the Kingdom East School District, located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven preK-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools -- Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy -- or another high school of their choosing.

We are located about 3 hours from Boston, Montreal and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture.

Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F

Position Type

Full-time

Salary

$18 to $25 Per Hour

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