Lead Teacher Assistant

The Guild for Human Services; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Retirement plan after 2 years

Generous paid time off

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Guild for Human Services is seeking a Lead Teacher Assistant to partner with lead educators in creating a warm, organized, and inclusive classroom where every child thrives. You will support academic growth, guide positive choices, and build strong bridges with families in Massachusetts.

You will ensure the classroom runs smoothly and that each student receives personalized attention. The role emphasizes collaboration, responsiveness, and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Holds a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management and behavior strategies.
• Experience delivering differentiated instruction and curriculum support.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates positive classroom management to maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
• Assists teachers with lesson planning and daily activities.
• Fosters high student engagement through interactive instructional support.
• Provides targeted special education support and inclusive learning opportunities.
• Maintains open and professional parent communication to share student progress.
• Supports curriculum implementation by preparing materials and guiding small group learning sessions.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning support

Differentiated instruction

Special education support

Communication with students and staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in Education or related field

Job description

Brief Description

About This Job

You shape young minds and inspire lifelong learning every single day in this vital role.

As a Lead Teacher Assistant, you partner directly with lead educators to create a warm, organized, and inclusive classroom where every child thrives.

You support academic growth, guide positive choices, and build strong bridges between the school and families.

Your work directly impacts student success by ensuring that the classroom runs smoothly and that each student receives the personalized attention they deserve.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Facilitates positive classroom management to maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment for all students.
• Partners with teachers on lesson planning support to design creative and effective daily activities.
• Fosters high student engagement through interactive, enthusiastic, and supportive instructional assistance.
• Applies differentiated instruction techniques to meet the unique learning needs of diverse students.
• Manages student behavior proactively by using constructive reinforcement and clear expectations.
• Provides targeted special education support to ensure inclusive learning opportunities for students with diverse needs.
• Maintains open and professional parent communication to share student progress and build trusting relationships.
• Supports curriculum implementation by preparing materials and guiding small group learning sessions.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Brings proven experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Demonstrates success in supporting classroom activities and assisting teachers with daily routines.

Knowledge/Skills

• Possesses strong knowledge of effective classroom management and behavior management strategies.
• Applies skill in lesson planning support and curriculum implementation.
• Displays ability to deliver differentiated instruction and special education support.
• Communicates effectively with students, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds an Associate degree or higher in Education or a related field.
• Shows specialized training in behavioral intervention or special education support.

Requirements

• Associates preferred, High School Diploma required
• Training or experience teaching skills to a students who have mental health diagnoses and/or developmental disabilities
• A valid driver's license
• Undergo Massachusetts Background record check process
• Reliable transportation to residential homes located in Massachusetts
• Physical and mental capacity to work in stressful situations and de-escalate individuals who have limited cognition and complex needs

Summary

Why Should You Apply:

As a member of our team, you will be surrounded by an exceptional group of talented staff that is transforming the lives of the people we serve every day. Staff members at The Guild are passionate about their work and appreciate the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

The Guild Offers

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and growth