Kindergarten Instructional Assistant: Classroom Support

Cunniff Elementary School; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cunniff Elementary School in Watertown, MA is seeking a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant (SY 26-27) to support teachers and students. The role emphasizes assisting with instructional periods, data upkeep, and implementing behavior plans to help students access curriculum.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant experience; ABA familiarity is preferred. Full-time position with typical school-year responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years experience with young children.
• Authorization to work in the United States by first day of employment.
• Ability to follow directions and work with elementary students with needs.
• Experience with ABA or willingness to learn ABA techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports to students during instructional and non-instructional periods.
• Maintain student data as directed by teachers/related service providers.
• Follow behavior support plans as provided by teachers/related service providers.
• Provide overall support to the classroom teacher and student as needed.
• Adapt assistance based on student learning styles and development.
• Provide verbal support, prompting, redirection, and modeling to help students access activities.
• React professionally to unpredictable situations and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Experience with young children

ABA techniques

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Assistive technology

PECS system

Job description

Cunniff Elementary School in Watertown, MA is seeking a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant (SY 26-27) to support teachers and students. The role emphasizes assisting with instructional periods, data upkeep, and implementing behavior plans to help students access curriculum.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant experience; ABA familiarity is preferred. Full-time position with typical school-year responsibilities.