Long Term Sub Instructional Assistant

Tri-Town School Union (Topsfield, Boxford & Middleton Elementary Schools PK-6); Boxford (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-Town School Union Spofford Pond School in Boxford, MA is seeking a Long-Term Sub Instructional Assistant to support classroom operations and help implement student IEPs under the supervision of the Special Education Coordinator and Principal. The ideal candidate has experience with primary-age children with disabilities, knowledge of ABA, and crisis prevention training.

This full-time role involves assisting in ELA/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies and requires strong organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, in Psychology, Communication Disorders or Education.
• Experience working with primary age children with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or social/emotional/behavioral disabilities.
• Practical knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and intervention strategies, including social skills curricula.
• Current/active in-depth training/ certification in Crisis Prevention and Intervention Strategies.
• Good organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists Teacher(s) in the smooth operation of the classroom.
• Assist Teacher(s) in implementing students’ IEPs.
• Follows a daily schedule independently.
• To implement specific instructional programs, and collect, record student performance information and data.
• To implement various strategies and techniques consistent with identified behavior intervention plans and social skills facilitation methodologies across school settings.
• Assist students in accessing the regular education curriculum, as deemed by their IEPs.

Skills

Bachelor degree preferred

Experience with primary age children

ABA knowledge

Crisis prevention training

Organization & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (education/psychology/communication disorders)

Job description

Tri-Town School Union (Topsfield, Boxford & Middleton Elementary Schools PK-6) Spofford Pond School - Boxford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Long Term Sub Instructional Assistant

Job Details

Job ID: 5954441

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Instructional Assistant (ESP)

Reports To: Special Education Coordinator and Principal

Evaluated By: Special Education Coordinator and Principal

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, in Psychology, Communication Disorders or Education
• Experience working with primary age children with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or social/emotional/behavioral disabilities.
• Practical knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and intervention strategies, including social skills/ social thinking curricula.
• Current/active in-depth training/ certification in Crisis Prevention and Intervention Strategies.
• Good organization and communication skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists Teacher(s) in the smooth operation of the classroom.
• Assist Teacher(s) in implementing students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Follows a daily schedule independently.
• To implement specific instructional programs, and collect, record student performance information and data.
• To implement various strategies and techniques consistent with identified behavior intervention plans and social skills facilitation methodologies across school settings.
• Assist students in accessing the regular education curriculum, as deemed by their IEPs. This includes all content areas: ELA/Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Physical/Mental Demands of the Job:

• Able to follow a daily schedule independently.
• Able to physically restrain children weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Able to sit on the floor and/or in chairs sized for young children for up to 45-60 consecutive minutes.
• Able to shift positions rapidly and frequently, going between sitting, standing, squatting, etc. quickly.
• Able to reach above head in order to assist or lift children on play equipment.
• Able to multitask in a busy classroom environment, concurrently monitoring the actions of children in multiple learning centers.
• Able to participate in PE classes and recesses.

Physical Requirements:

• 1. Mobility and Movement
  • Standing and Walking: Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods (up to 6-8 hours per day) to instruct students, circulate the classroom, monitor hallways, and supervise recess/lunch.
  • Reaching and Lifting: Ability to reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally to access and arrange teaching materials, whiteboards, or bulletin boards.
  • Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., boxes of books, educational supplies, or technology equipment) on an occasional basis.
  • Bending and Kneeling: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit on the floor frequently to interact with students at their level, assist with classroom activities, and manage behavior.
  • Repetitive Motion: Use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, writing, grading, and manipulating materials.
• 2. Sensory Requirements
  • Visual Acuity: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus (e.g., to read student work, observe students across a classroom, and monitor computer screens).
  • Hearing Acuity: Ability to hear and understand spoken directions at a conversational level, as well as the ability to distinguish and interpret sounds (e.g., a whisper, fire alarm, or distress calls from students) in a noisy environment.
  • Speaking/Verbal Communication: Ability to clearly articulate verbal information to students, parents, and colleagues, including the ability to project one's voice in a classroom or auditorium setting.
• 3. Stamina and Duration
  • Sustained Energy: Ability to maintain a high level of energy and mental alertness throughout the entire school day, managing the physical and mental demands of teaching.
  • Sitting: Ability to sit for moderate periods to complete administrative tasks, planning, grading, or conduct small group instruction.
• 4. Safety and Emergency Management
  • Quick Response: Ability to physically respond quickly to emergencies, safety concerns, or unexpected physical demands (e.g., intervening in a student dispute, assisting an injured student, or performing emergency evacuation procedures).
  • Pushing/Pulling: Ability to push or pull classroom furniture or equipment as needed.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Spofford Pond School

The Tri-Town School Union is comprised of six elementary schools in the towns of Boxford, Middleton, and Topsfield Massachusetts. Each town has a primary school and an intermediate school. When students leave our district, they matriculate into Masconomet Regional Middle and High School. We are a forward-thinking school district with a progressive vision.Tri-Town Vision Statement:The Tri-Town School Union believes in nurturing a dynamic learning environment where creative thinkers and innovative problem-solvers develop the empathy, resilience, perseverance, self-management, and kindness needed to positively impact the world.BoxfordHarry Lee Cole School (PreK-Grade 2)Spofford Pond School (Grades 3-6)MiddletonFuller Meadow School (K-2)Howe Manning School (PreK, Grades 3-6)TopsfieldSteward School (PreK-Grade 3)Proctor School (Grades 3-6)Our District is focused on three pillars within our educational community: Inclusive Practices, Social/Emotional Learning, and Innovative Teaching Practices. Come join our team and educate the next generation!

Job Requirements

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement The Tri-Town School Union (Boxford, Middleton, and Topsfield Public Schools) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, limited English proficiency, disability, or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. These protections extend to all applicants and employees. Applicants are informed that school systems are required to obtain all available criminal offender record information (CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR51.00) from the criminal history systems board (CHSB) of any current or prospective employee of the school department.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amanda Sullivan , Interim Principal
• 31 Spofford Pond Road
• Boxford, Massachusetts 01921
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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