INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Tantasqua-Regional-School-District-and-School-Union-6; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tantasqua Regional High School in Fiskdale, MA is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year with an immediate start.

The role supports students with varying abilities, collaborates with special and general educators, attends IEP and team meetings, and may substitute for teachers. Applicants must meet CORI/fingerprint requirements and hold a Bachelor's degree in education or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Experience or ability to work with children of varying abilities.
• Ability to pass CORI and fingerprint-based background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to assigned students in various classrooms.
• Plans modified lessons under supervision of educators.
• Attends IEP and team meetings as requested and assists in progress notes.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Tantasqua Regional Senior High School - Fiskdale, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Instructional Assistant

Tantasqua Regional High School

2026-2027 School Year

Anticipated Start Date: Immediate

Reports to: Special Educators/Special Education Curriculum Supervisor or General Educators with whom he or she works for daily supervision and to the building principal and assistant principal, or their designee, for assignments and evaluations.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to assigned students while working in and out of a variety of classrooms and within the school environment

• maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
• provides reinforcement/specially designed instruction to students in small and large groups
• assists in the writing of progress notes
• plans modified lessons under direct supervision of special/general educators or specialists
• provides small group instructional reinforcement
• attends Team meetings and IEP meetings as requested
• attends parent conferences as requestedadministers tests to individuals or small groups, as needed
• meets with teachers/specialists for curriculum discussions as requested
• meets with teachers and other specialists to discuss school issues as requested
• carries out personal health and safety protocols, including diaper changing as necessary, with appropriate training
• compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators to review students’ progress. These reports may be sent home daily, under the direct supervision of the special educators
• assists in ordering supplies and materials, as requested
• substitutes for teachers as requested
• participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs as assigned
• performs other duties as assigned

• work with children of varying abilities, including children with substantial disabilities
• communicate effectively with students, teachers, and administration
• modify student work to match students’ level of understanding and development
• maintain cooperative and productive working relationship when dealing with students and staff
• solve practical problems with students and staff
• understand and carry out oral and written directions
• plan and organize work to meet deadlines
• collect data under the direction of the teacher/therapist
• provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner

• child development and challenges faced by students with learning or substantial disabilities
• curriculum expectations of grade level/discipline to which he/she is assigned
• available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
• effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
• interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• safe operation of school equipment necessary to successfully complete daily tasks.

• evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• must be able to pass CORI and fingerprint-based state and national criminal background tests

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field or demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills
• experience in working within an educational setting preferred
• an understanding of child development and the ability to work with children of varying abilities are essential skills

Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Terms of Employment: The Instructional Assistant is employed on an annual basis based on the number and placement of students requiring instructional support and the evaluation of the building principal or assistant principal. Hourly rate of pay as determined by current contract.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Tantasqua Regional Senior High School

Mission StatementPathways to SuccessTantasqua Regional High School is a learning community that presents students with numerous pathways to success. Our school provides students of different interests, abilities, and goals with a variety of meaningful and challenging opportunities for achievement. These opportunities foster life-long learning through academic, career, and personal growth. Tantasqua enables students to develop a sense of citizenshipand to act responsibly within the school community and within our multi-cultural world.All Tantasqua students will have sufficient opportunities to accomplish the following academic, civic, and social expectations:Academic ExpectationsSelect educational pathways consistent with interests, abilities, and goals.Assume responsibility for academic achievement.Acquire, interpret, analyze, integrate and apply information in a discerning manner.Demonstrate ability to use technology appropriate to subject areas.Exhibit ability to read, write, communicate, and compute.Civic Expectationbullet Display an understanding of the participatory nature, responsibilities, and benefits of citizenship and community service in a representative democracy.Social ExpectationsDemonstrate respect, responsibility, and maturity in interactions within the school community.Display tolerance and understanding in our multi-cultural world.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Peter Dufresne , Principal
• 319 Brookfield Rd
• Fiskdale, Massachusetts 01518
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]