K-8 Teaching Assistant - Grow with Students (Temporary)

Alma del Mar; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and personal days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave and short term-dis

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Alma del Mar in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports schoolwide routines and collaborates with Lead Teachers to deliver a supportive learning environment for K-8 students.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have experience with children, and are passionate about student success; multilingual applicants are encouraged and compensated higher. The position runs August 2026 through the 2026-27 year with opportunities for other roles.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old required
• Experience with children in a professional capacity or as a regular volunteer
• Bilingual candidates encouraged and compensated higher

Responsibilities

• Support schoolwide systems and routines (arrival, meals, recess, dismissal)
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers and provide guidance as needed
• May act as substitutes throughout the building as required
• Work with students with content and age range determined by school needs

Skills

Experience with children

Bilingual

Passion for kids

Job description

Alma del Mar in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports schoolwide routines and collaborates with Lead Teachers to deliver a supportive learning environment for K-8 students.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have experience with children, and are passionate about student success; multilingual applicants are encouraged and compensated higher. The position runs August 2026 through the 2026-27 year with opportunities for other roles.