Lions Pride Teacher Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 25,141 - 28,103; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal days

Sick leave

Paid vacation days for long-term service

Scheduled breaks

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Lions Pride Teacher Assistant to support student learning in Chelmsford Public Schools. This position provides the opportunity to assist in teaching, supervise students, and address personal care needs.

The ideal candidate will have early childhood education experience and a commitment to creating a nurturing environment. This role offers competitive compensation, with an hourly wage ranging from $18.25 to $20.40 based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Teacher Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a school setting with age-appropriate students.
• Knowledge of preparation and record-keeping in classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in providing the daily program plan.
• Create activities for small groups.
• Supervise students and assist with personal care needs.

Skills

Early Childhood Teacher Certification

Experience with age-appropriate students

Knowledge of classroom preparation

Demonstrated aptitude for responsibilities

Education

Completion of a Child Growth and Development course

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Job Description

Chelsford Public Schools is accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change or not fill this vacancy based on staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Lions Pride Teacher Assistant
Job ID: 5763872
Job Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 23, 2026
Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Teacher Certification or completion of a three‑credit Child Growth and Development course, or equivalent (college preferred)
• Experience working with age‑appropriate students in a school setting
• Knowledge of classroom preparation and record‑keeping requirements
• Related school experience desirable
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be found appropriate and acceptable by the Director of Community Education

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assist the teacher in providing the daily program plan.
2. Implement and create activities for small groups.
3. Accept and adhere to all guidelines set forth.
4. Report necessary problems and/or information to teacher or supervisor.
5. Confer with teachers, team leaders and other staff regarding students' individualized needs.
6. Assist with the supervision of students.
7. Assume responsibility for the classroom during teacher's short absence.
8. Assume responsibility for all necessary personal care needs of the children, including diapering, toileting, and feeding.
9. Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate.
10. Attend and complete all required trainings.

Terms of Employment

• Salary: $18.25 to $20.40 per hour based on experience and education.
• Program hours: 7:00am–5:00pm.
• Work year: 186 days (180 school days, full professional day, two days before school starts, one day after school ends, one set‑up day, and one clean‑up day).
• Position includes 3 personal days for personal, legal, business, religious, household or family matters.
• Position includes 13 sick days.
• Vacation: 4 days during December recess for 0–4 years of service; 8 days during December and February recesses for 5–14 years of service; 12 days during December, February and April recesses for more than 15 years of service.
• 30‑minute lunch break and a 15‑minute break scheduled by the supervisor and the teacher.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated annually in writing by the Lions Pride Supervisor.

Contact Information

• Robyn Adams, Director of Community Education
• 170 Dalton Road, Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, 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.