KEAP Intensive Instructional Assistant

Kingdomeast; Lyndon, Northern (VT, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kingdom East Unified Union School District invites applications for an Intensive Instructional Assistant (IIA) in the KEAP program at Miller's Run School in Sheffield, Vermont. The role supports individual student needs, helps create and implement behavior and instructional plans, and collaborates with KEAP staff and a special educator.

Training in Handle With Care is provided; background check is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing behavior and instructional support programs.
• Collect observable student data to meet program goals.
• Assist students during after-school KEAP activities from 3:00–5:00pm, Monday–Thursday.
• Participate in training and background checks as required.

Skills

Child engagement

Data collection

Behavior support

Handle With Care training

Education

ParaPro assessment

Associates degree or higher

Job description

Job Details

KEAP IIA

Kingdom East Unified Union School District Miller's Run School - Sheffield, Vermont

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Job ID: 5765481

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking an Intensive Instructional Assistant(IIA) assigned to work at the Miller’s Run KEAP program. Required hours are 3:00-5:00pm Mondays through Thursdays during the school year, additional hours are available to the applicant if desired. The candidate must be energetic and love working with children.The IIA position's purpose is to develop and interpret individual needs of students by helping to create and implement behavior and/or instructional support programs with consultation with the KEAP staff and the special educator. The hired candidate will be trained in Handle With Care and must be able to physically join all activities that their assigned student will join. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or have an associates or higher degree. The IIAs provide observable student data that meet the program goals of students with early childhood, 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.

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.

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 Requirements

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

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