Middle School Instructional Support Specialist (Long-Term)

PVPA; South Hadley (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

PVPA in South Hadley, MA is hiring an Instructional Support Professional for a long-term substitute role. The position emphasizes study skills, community-building activities, and collaboration with teachers to support middle school students.

The ideal candidate will have experience with restorative practices and arts integration, be computer literate, and pass a CORI/SORI background check, with a BA preferred. The role aligns with a 35-hour week and 180 school days for the 2026-2027 year.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience working with high school students.
• BA degree preferred and background check required.
• Computer literacy and CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting completed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate study skills and homework completion strategies.
• Lead community-building activities and collaborative games.
• Collaborate with teachers to align social-emotional growth with assignments.
• Assist classroom teachers and maintain a structured, safe environment.
• Monitor makeup tests and student progress; support students’ workload and communication.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Classroom support

Restorative practices

Education

BA degree preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

PVPA in South Hadley, MA is hiring an Instructional Support Professional for a long-term substitute role. The position emphasizes study skills, community-building activities, and collaboration with teachers to support middle school students.

The ideal candidate will have experience with restorative practices and arts integration, be computer literate, and pass a CORI/SORI background check, with a BA preferred. The role aligns with a 35-hour week and 180 school days for the 2026-2027 year.