Intensive Instructional Assistant (3)

Young World Physical Education

Portland (ME)

Hybrid

USD 29,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Kingdom East Unified Union School District in Vermont is seeking three full-time Intensive Instructional Assistants for Miller’s Run School. Responsibilities include supporting students aged 5–14 with academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development, and collaborating with teachers and case managers.

Ideal candidates will have experience with children with special learning needs, strong teamwork, and flexibility.

Qualifications

Must have strong teaming skills and flexibility.
Experience serving children with special learning needs is preferred.
ParaPro assessment required or associate degree or higher completed.

Responsibilities

Assist in classrooms under supervision of teachers and case managers.
Support students with academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth.
Collaborate with staff to create a caring, safe learning environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Student engagement

Education

Associate degree or higher

ParaPro assessment

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: 5880359

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking three full time Intensive Instructional Assistants (IIAs), assigned to work at Miller’s Run School. The candidates must be energetic and love working, playing and interacting with students, ages ranging from age 5 up to 14. The IIAs will have experience and/or the desire to provide care and support to children for growth and learning academic, social, emotional and behavioral skills. Ideal candidates will have experience serving children with special learning needs and/or who need support acquiring independent educational skills. The candidates require strong teaming skills, flexibility and a willingness to assist in developing a classroom environment that makes strong connections and relationships with children. The candidate will work closely with classroom teachers and/or special education case managers and are under the direction of the school administrator and the Director of Student Services. The individual in this position supports specialized instruction and other supports for students as assigned. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment, an associate degree or higher. Background check, including fingerprinting required upon employment. The pay range for this position is currently $20.85/hr.-$26.96/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 Boston, Montreal 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.

Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $20 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories