Kindergarten Instructional Assistant - Full-Time (182 Days)

PELHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Pelham (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pelham Elementary School in Pelham, New Hampshire, is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support kindergarten students and classroom teachers. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment and assisting with daily routines and small-group activities.

Successful candidates will demonstrate patience, dependability, and a positive attitude. This is a 182-day, full-time position under PESPA, with pay and benefits aligned to district agreements.

Qualifications

• Patience and a positive, student-centered approach.
• Ability to support classroom instruction and routines.
• Willingness to collaborate with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students during classroom instruction, centers, and small-group activities
• Reinforcing teacher directions, classroom routines, and positive behavior expectations
• Assisting students with transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and other daily routines
• Providing individual or small-group support as directed by the classroom teacher
• Helping prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning spaces
• Encouraging student independence and social-emotional development
• Supervising students and supporting student safety throughout the school day
• Collaborating with classroom teachers and other staff to meet student needs
• Maintaining student confidentiality and following district procedures

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Dependability

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Job description

Pelham Elementary School in Pelham, New Hampshire, is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support kindergarten students and classroom teachers. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment and assisting with daily routines and small-group activities.

Successful candidates will demonstrate patience, dependability, and a positive attitude. This is a 182-day, full-time position under PESPA, with pay and benefits aligned to district agreements.