Intensive Instructional Assistant

Young World Physical Education

Concord (VT)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 34,440

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution in Concord, Vermont, is seeking an Intensive Instructional Assistant to work with students in classrooms from kindergarten to middle school. The ideal candidate should be energetic and passionate about working with children. Responsibilities include developing individual learning plans and supporting students with special needs. The position requires a strong commitment to promoting inclusivity and effective student support. This is a full-time role with a competitive hourly wage between $19.95 and $25.80.

Qualifications

Must be energetic and love working with children, developing individual needs.
Must provide observable data that meet IEP program goals.
Background check required upon employment.

Responsibilities

Work in classrooms ranging from kindergarten to middle school.
Support students with special needs by implementing instructional programs.
Assist students in accessing instruction in a functional manner.

Skills

Energetic and love working with children

Ability to develop and interpret individual needs

Observable student data collection

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Must successfully complete ParaPro assessment or higher degree

Job description

Intensive Instructional Assistant

Kingdom East Unified Union School District Concord School - Concord, Vermont

Job Details

Job ID: 5528791
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 09, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $19 to $25 Per Hour

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking an Intensive Instructional Assistant (IIA) assigned to work at the Concord School in classrooms ranging from kindergarten to middle school. The candidate must be energetic and love working with children. The IIA position's purpose is to develop and interpret individual needs of our students in the classrooms or support students with special needs by helping to create and implement behavior and/or instructional support programs in consultation with the grade level special educator and classroom teacher. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or have an associate’s or higher degree. The IIA provides observable student data that meet the IEP program goals of students with developmental delay and/or other special needs. The position will target goal‑directive services to assist students in accessing instruction in a developmentally appropriate, functional, and independent manner. Background check, including fingerprinting, is required upon employment. The pay range for this position is currently $19.95/hr – $25.80/hr.

The Concord School is part of the Kingdom East School District, located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools – Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy – or another high school of their choosing.

We are located about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture.

Only completed, on‑line applications at schoolspring.com will be accepted. On‑line application must include: profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications and questions, if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F.

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Special Education > Autism
Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
Special Education > Early Essential Education
Special Education > General Special Education
Special Education > Gifted & Talented
Special Education > Hard of Hearing
Special Education > Learning Disabled
Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Job Requirements

High School/Trade School degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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