Intensive Instructional Assistant (2)

Young World Physical Education; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingdom East Unified Union School District is seeking 2 Intensive Instructional Assistants to support children ages 3 to 14. The role focuses on developing and implementing behavior and instructional support programs in consultation with special educators. A ParaPro assessment or higher degree is required.

Background checks, including fingerprinting, are required. The district emphasizes a safe, engaging learning environment and collaboration with teachers to meet IEP/EST goals.

Qualifications

• Candidates must complete the ParaPro assessment or higher degree.
• Background check with fingerprinting required upon employment.
• High school or trade school degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret student needs through behavior and instructional support programs in collaboration with special educators and teachers.
• Provide observable student data that meet IEP/EST goals for students with disabilities.
• Assist students in accessing instruction in a developmentally appropriate, functional and independent manner.

Skills

ParaPro assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Intensive Instructional Assistant

Kingdom East Unified Union School District Miller's Run School - Sheffield, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5856632

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment
• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
• Special Education > Consulting Teacher
• Special Education > Early Essential Education
• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Learning Disabled
• Special Education > Mentally Disabled
• Special Education > OT Assistant
• Special Education > PT Assistant
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking 2 Intensive Instructional Assistants (IIA) who are energetic and love working and playing with children ages 3 to 14 years old. The IIA position's purpose is to develop and interpret individual needs of students with disabilities by helping to create and implement behavior and/or instructional support programs with consultation with special educators and teachers. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or higher degree. The IIA provides observable student data that meet the IEP Program or EST goals of students with developmental delay and/or other special needs. Position will target goal-directive services to assist students in accessing instruction in a developmentally appropriate, functional and independent manner. Background check, including fingerprinting required upon employment. The pay range for this position is currently $19.95/hr.-$25.80/hr.

Kingdom East School District is located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven preK-8th 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.

Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools.

Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• TJ Tanner , Principal
• 3249 VT-122
• Sheffield, Vermont 05866
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]