Instructional Assistant, Grades 3-6 — Special Ed Support

Millbury Public Schools; Millbury (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbury Public Schools - R.E. Shaw Elementary in Millbury, MA, seeks an Instructional Assistant for grades 3–6 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes supporting general and special education, preparing materials, setting up assistive technology, and data collection under a Special Education Teacher's direction.

Anticipated hours are 7:57 a.m. to 2:28 p.m. with a ½ hour unpaid lunch, and there may be opportunities for the 2027 Extended School Year program.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required. Associate’s Degree, or higher, in education or related field required for some positions
• Experience working with school-aged children, preferred
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified, preferred

Responsibilities

• Duties vary by assignment and may include working with individual students, small groups, or larger groups
• Provide coverage for teachers and prepare materials for the Special Education department
• Set up assistive technology and participate in weekly training with the classroom teacher
• Document student progress and assist with modifications under the direction of a Special Education Teacher

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s Degree or higher in education or related field

Job description

Millbury Public Schools - R.E. Shaw Elementary in Millbury, MA, seeks an Instructional Assistant for grades 3–6 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes supporting general and special education, preparing materials, setting up assistive technology, and data collection under a Special Education Teacher's direction.

Anticipated hours are 7:57 a.m. to 2:28 p.m. with a ½ hour unpaid lunch, and there may be opportunities for the 2027 Extended School Year program.