Instructional Assistant - Marblehead Veterans Middle School

Young World Physical Education; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marblehead Public Schools is seeking Instructional Assistants for Marblehead Veterans Middle School for the 2026-2027 year. Positions involve supporting seventh and eighth graders with IEP-guided instruction in inclusion and pull-out settings, under supervision of the special education team.

Candidates should be prepared for behavior support, collaboration, and accurate documentation, with emphasis on student confidentiality and flexibility in duties as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implement specialized instruction under supervision of a special education teacher.
• Assist with homework, handouts and assignments and reteach concepts.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists and maintain student confidentiality.
• Support transportation and supervise students as required.
• Provide feedback aligned with each student’s IEP.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Marblehead Veterans Middle School

Marblehead Public Schools Marblehead Public Veterans Middle School - Marblehead, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Details

Job ID: 5806060

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

Seeking Special Education Instructional Assistants at Marblehead Veterans Middle School for the 2026-2027 academic year (multiple openings). Working with special education seventh and eighth graders, in inclusion (whole class) and pull-out (small group) settings. Positions require academic support and behavior support with students. Strong collaboration with classroom teachers and special education teachers, following Individualized Education Plans for students. Flexibility and strong organizational skills required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Be familiar with student IEP's and able to implement specialized instruction under the direct supervision of the special education teacher/specialist
• Be willing to ask for assistance and be available for any required training in areas that pertain to expected job skills
• Assist teacher in keeping students accountable for homework, handouts and other assignments and reteach, provide explanation and clarify class or homework
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with teachers/supervisors/specialists as requested by supervising teacher
• Maintain student confidentially at work and after hours at all times
• Understand the range of disabilities within a classroom and ask for information if particular disabilities are not understood
• Carry out other related special education duties as may be assigned by building or student services administration
• Responsible for the safe transportation and supervision of students to job sites
• Ensure safety and well-being of students on site
• Provide positive, actionable feedback to students that is aligned with their goals, vision, and schedule
• Comply with all components of a student's IEP
• Maintain student confidentiality at all times

Job Requirements

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marblehead Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate IN an equal opportunity investigation.

Contact Information

• Matthew LeVangie , Principal
• 217 Pleasant Street
• Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]