Instructional Assistant: Student Support & Classroom Aide

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 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.