Instructional Assistant at Swanson Road Intermediate School

Young World Physical Education

Auburn (MA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Auburn Public Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant at Swanson Road Intermediate School in Auburn, Massachusetts. The role supports students with varying abilities under the guidance of classroom or special educators and assists with daily activities and progress reporting.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, assisting with the use of assistive technologies, and providing escort and support to students throughout the building.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree in education or related field or demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills preferred.
Experience in an educational setting preferred.
Ability to work with children of varying abilities essential.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to assigned student in line with the child's IEP.
Maintains confidentiality of student information and records.
Learns and uses the communication device used by the student.
Substitutes for teachers as requested.
Assists in developing and implementing reinforcement plans.
Participates in professional development programs.
Compiles reports on daily progress for educators and parent communication.
Assists students in the building and escorts them as needed.

Skills

Communication

Behavior management

Staff collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Education field knowledge

Experience in education preferred

Tools

Assistive technologies

Educational software

Computer literacy

Job description

Instructional Assistant at Swanson Road Intermediate School

Auburn Public Schools Swanson Road Intermediate School - Auburn, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Instructional Assistant at Swanson Road Intermediate School

Auburn Public Schools Swanson Road Intermediate School - Auburn, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5870872

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Reports to: Classroom or Special Educators for daily consultation and, through those teachers, to the building principal or assistant principal for assignments and evaluations

Responsibilities: Provides assistance to assigned student in line with the child's Individualized Educational Plan.

Essential Functions

maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
willing and able to learn and master the use of communication device used by the student
carries out personal health and safety protocols, including toileting as necessary, with appropriate training
compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators, as well as with the consulting teacher for integration to review students' progress. These reports may be sent home daily, under the direct supervision of the consulting teacher for integration and/or other regular or special educators
substitutes for teachers, as requested
assists in the development and implementation of a reinforcement program
participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs, as assigned
provides information to be included in the preparation of progress reports
provides escort and assistance to assigned student(s) as necessary throughout the building
performs other duties, as assigned

Ability to

work with children of varying abilities, including children with substantial disabilities
implement a structured behavior plan and work with appropriate staff to modify when necessary
arrive promptly for school, scheduled classes and duties
support and follow established school policies
engage in activities to develop self-worth and dignity of students
recognize and provide for individual differences among students
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
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 and without 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

Qualifications

evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily, including those noted in specific job category as noted below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required
Education: Associate's degree in education or related field or demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills preferred
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

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

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Auburn Public Schools do not discriminate against students, parents, employees, and the general public. All programs, activities, and employment opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, limited English proficiency and disability.

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