Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

Milford Public Schools; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford Public Schools in Brookside Elementary School, Milford, MA is seeking a Kindergarten Teaching Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role is full-time and starts August 2026 with duties to support kindergarten students and classroom staff.

Qualifications include a PreK-3 certification or equivalent, experience with kindergarteners, ELL and SPED exposure, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• Teacher Certification Prek-3 or similar certification preferred
• Experience working with kindergarten students
• Experience working with English Language Learners and Special Education Students
• Whole classroom setting experience preferred
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred
• Proof of proficiency in the Target language, as aligned to DESE Guidance for the Provision of Interpreters in the Education Setting (p.8), required within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Strong organizational skills required;
• Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather;
• Capacity to adjust and respond to new conditions and circumstances;
• Work collaboratively with others in the classroom;
• Participate in training opportunities as directed by the classroom teacher;
• Perform all duties and responsibilities related to a Kindergarten Classroom.
• Assist kindergarten students with daily living/self-help skills.
• Other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Teacher certification

Kindergarten experience

ELL/Special Ed experience

Bilingual Spanish/Portuguese

Whole classroom experience

Education

Teacher Certification Prek-3 or similar certification

Job description

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5895910

Application Deadline: Aug 29, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position: Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

Location: Brookside Elementary School

Schedule: 2026-2027 School Year

Salary: Per Contract

To Start: August 2026

Qualifications

• Teacher Certification Prek-3 or similar certification preferred
• Experience working with kindergarten students
• Experience working with English Language Learners and Special Education Students
• Whole classroom setting experience preferred
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred
• Proof of proficiency in the Target language, as aligned to DESE Guidance for the Provision of Interpreters in the Education Setting (p.8), required within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Strong organizational skills required;
• Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather;
• Capacity to adjust and respond to new conditions and circumstances;
• Work collaboratively with others in the classroom;
• Participate in training opportunities as directed by the classroom teacher;
• Perform all duties and responsibilities related to a Kindergarten Classroom.
• Assist kindergarten students with daily living/self-help skills.
• Other duties as assigned by administration.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
• Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Welcome to Brookside Elementary School

Brookside Mission StatementBrookside Elementary School is dedicated to promoting and maintaining effective school/community partnerships that support a safe, nurturing educational environment in which our diverse population will achieve its personal best and become responsible, productive students who embrace lifelong learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Milford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Victoria Houston , Principal
• 110 Congress Street
• Milford, Massachusetts 01757
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