Instructional Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Lexington Public Schools Harrington Elementary School in Lexington, MA is seeking an Instructional Assistant. The role supports instructional programming, implements assistive technology, and facilitates student interactions under a special education framework.

The position is part-time (184 day work year) with 30 hours per week, offering a paraprofessional benefits package. Starting late Aug 2026, salary ranges from $29.86 to $32.97 per hour.

Qualifications

• BS or BA preferred as Paraprofessional per DESE standards.
• Willingness to physically assist students.
• Experience in diverse teaching environments.

Responsibilities

• Supports instructional programming
• Implements assistive technology
• Facilitates interactions between students
• Assists with implementing behavior intervention
• Assists with mobility and transitioning and personal care as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Instructional support

Assistive technology

Mobility & personal care

Education

BS/BA preferred per DESE

Job description

Lexington Public Schools (MA) Harrington Elementary School - Lexington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Instructional Assistant

Lexington Public Schools (MA) Harrington Elementary School - Lexington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5875285

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Instructional Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Building Principal and Evaluation Team Supervisor

Terms of Employment: Paraprofessional Staff with benefits according to the LEA Unit C collective bargaining agreement. 184 day work year.

August 31, 2026 Start Date. 30 hours per week.$29.86 - $32.97 per hour.

FY26 salary scale may change based on completed negotiations.

Organizational Scope: A member of the Department of Special Education, this position reports directly to the building Principal, Evaluation Team Supervisor and to the Director of Special Education while working under the direction of the special educator teacher.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supports instructional programming
• Implements assistive technology
• Facilitates interactions between students
• Assists with implementing behavior intervention
• Assists with mobility and transitioning and personal care as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

BS or BA/ Preferred Highly Qualified as Paraprofessional according to DESE standards. Must be willing and able to physically manage students if needed. Classroom experience and college degree preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.

Applicants for employment are considered without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, or military status.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kari Grossman , Senior Human Resources Specialist
• 146 Maple Street
• Lexington, Massachusetts 02420
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]