Instructional Assistant

Learning First Charter Public School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning First Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking an energetic Instructional Assistant to support classroom instruction and student learning. The position requires an associate degree or equivalent credits; ParaPro certification may meet this qualification.

We value diverse backgrounds and collaborative team players. As an instructional assistant, you will work under teachers in a co-teaching model, helping students with tasks, behavior management, and learning accommodations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or ParaPro certification required.
• Experience in education and classrooms preferred.
• Interest in co-teaching models and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily instructional activities.
• Support students in a classroom setting.
• Collaborate with teachers in co-teaching models.

Skills

Education experience

Collaborative mindset

Energetic personality

Education

Associate degree

ParaPro certification

Job description

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Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910485
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The mission of Learning First Charter Public School is to prepare a diverse cross-section of Worcester children for success as students, workers and citizens by providing them with a high quality education at prevailing public school costs.
We have...
a diverse student body of 666 K-8 students.
a co-teaching model of instruction.
a high level of collaboration, support & supervision.
great opportunities for CERTIFIED teachers.

Learning First Public Charter School is looking for an inspirational classroom Instructional Assistant. The Instructional Assistant position is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and collaborative person with experience in education. The Instructional Assistant must possess at least an associate’s degree or equivalent credits in a related field. In lieu of college experience, a ParaPro certification may meet this qualification. We are actively seeking professionals from diverse backgrounds who have experience working with children and in classrooms.

Learning First Charter Public School is an EOE m/f/d/v and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, housing status, gender identity, age or disability.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $29,238 to $32,218 Per Year

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tina DeVito , K-8 Principal
• 50 Richland St.
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01610
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]