Middle School Classroom Assistant

The Sharon Academy; Sharon (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sharon Academy in Sharon, Vermont seeks a Middle School Classroom Assistant to support teachers and students in the middle school. The role is 35 hours per week, paid hourly, with a starting date immediately and a typical schedule across the school day.

The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal and organizational skills, a flexible approach, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment for students. Background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Background check may be required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Be present in classes to support teachers and students with the curriculum.
• Help enforce school and classroom rules to guide behavior.
• Monitor students during transitions, lunch, and field trips.
• Check students' understanding of assignments.
• Shift support based on students' needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Middle School Classroom Assistant

The Sharon Academy Middle School - Sharon, Vermont. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5970847

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $22 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Job Description

MS Classroom Assistant

2026-2027 Job Description

35 hours/week

Classroom Assistant Job Summary

The Classroom Assistant is responsible for providing support to teachers and students in the middle school. This position requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as the ability to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment. The Classroom Assistant helps create a positive and productive learning environment for students by providing instructional support.

Responsibilities include:

• Be present in classes to support teachers and students with an understanding of the curriculum
• Help enforce school and classroom rules to guide appropriate social and behavioral choices
• Monitor students during transitions, community meetings, lunch, recess, homework club and school field trips
• Check on the student's understanding of assignments
• Shift support based on the needs of students

Communicate regularly as needed with:

• Teachers, Academic & Student Support Team Members
• Email correspondence
• In-person meetings

This position reports to the Director of the Middle School and is an hourly position.

Job Requirements

• Candidates may be subject to a background check as part of the hiring process
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cathy Pelton , Director of Finance and Human Resources
• 6704 VT RT 14
• Post Office Box 207
• Sharon, Vermont 05065
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]