INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Young World Physical Education; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Tantasqua Regional High School in Fiskdale, MA invites applications for an Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students with varying abilities under supervision of special/general educators and school leadership.

The ideal candidate will maintain confidentiality, assist with progress notes, participate in IEP meetings, and help deliver modified lessons, with a focus on student progress and safety in a collaborative school setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required or demonstrated knowledge.
• Experience in educational settings preferred.
• Must pass CORI and fingerprint background checks.
• Ability to work with children of varying abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to assigned students in various classrooms and environments.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
• Assist in writing progress notes and preparing modified lessons.
• Plan and implement instructional activities under supervision of educators.
• Attend Team/IEP meetings and parent conferences when requested.
• Participate in in-service training and professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Classroom support

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Experience in educational setting preferred

CORI and fingerprint background checks

Job description

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Tantasqua Regional Senior High School - Fiskdale, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Tantasqua Regional Senior High School - Fiskdale, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5888983
Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Instructional Assistant
Tantasqua Regional High School
2026-2027 School Year
Anticipated Start Date: August 31, 2026

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

Essential Functions

• 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 requested
• administers 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

Ability to

• 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

Knowledge of

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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

Education

• 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 $25.37 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.

Send letter of interest, resume, three current signed letters of reference to:

Peter Dufresne, Principal
Tantasqua Regional High School
319 Brookfield Road
Fiskdale, MA 01518

POSTED: 8/17/26APPLICATION DEADLINE: 8/31/26

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]

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