Instructional Assistant - Wales Elementary

Tantasqua-Regional-School-District-and-School-Union-6; Wales (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Wales Elementary School in Wales, MA, seeks an Integration Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. Start date is immediate. Salary range is $19.00 – $24.00 per hour.

Reports to the Special Education Teacher and classroom teacher for daily guidance and to the building principal through those teachers. Responsibilities include assisting students with IEPs, implementing teacher plans, and monitoring progress.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training or Associate degree is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with children with disabilities preferred.
• Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results required.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with IEPs in classroom and activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of student records and progress.
• Modifies student work to match development levels.
• Provides escort and assistance to students throughout the day.
• Supports teachers and therapists with progress reporting.

Skills

Communication

Child development

Interpersonal skills

Plan and organize

Problem solving

Written directions

Education

Associate’s Degree

Educational setting experience

Job description

Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61 Wales Elementary School - Wales, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Notice of Vacancy
Integration Assistant
WALES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2026-2027
Start Date: Immediate
Salary Range: $19.00 – $24.00 per hour

Reports to: Special Education Teacher, and the classroom teacher for daily consultation and, through those teachers, to the building principal.

Responsibilities:
Provides assistance to assigned students while working in and out of a variety of class

Essential Functions

• works primarily with students with IEPs
• maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records
• works directly with individual students requiring special instructional/behavioral/social help
• implements teacher/specialist developed lessons, behavior plans without direct supervision
• maintains contact with teacher(s) to monitor progress
• provides information to be included in the preparation of progress reports
• provides escort and assistance to assigned student(s) as necessary throughout the building and school day
• facilitates participation of assigned student(s) in classroom activities and peer interactions
• carries out personal health and safety protocols, including diaper changing as necessary, with appropriate training
• prepares alternative materials as requested by the teacher/specialist
• collects data as directed by teacher and/or therapists
• compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators to review students’ progress.
• participates in in-service training programs and/or workshops as assigned
• performs other duties as assigned

Ability to

• work with children of varying abilities, including children with substantial disabilities
• 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 learning or substantial disabilities
• curriculum expectations of grade level to which he/she is assigned
• effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications
• available assistive technologies, with appropriate training
• interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Qualifications/Education

• evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• post-secondary training and/or Associate’s Degree required
• experience in working within an educational setting preferred
• five or more years’ experience working with children with disabilities preferred
• Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Educational Technology

Welcome to Wales Elementary School

Welcome to the Wales Elementary School. This web page is designed to provide you and your children with all available information relative to the Wales Elementary School. We will continue to update information throughout the school year. Our job is not only to provide quality learning opportunities for the children, but also to assist you, whenever possible. Communication is a key component between school, students, and parents and it is integral part of the educational process. Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you need further assistance. Once again, welcome to the Wales Elementary School.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kerri Mahota , Principal
• 41 Main Street
• Wales, Massachusetts 01081
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Tantasqua/Union 61 School Districts are 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.