Preschool/Early Childhood Intensive Instructional Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Lyndon (VT); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is looking for two Early Childhood Intensive Instructional Assistants to work with children ages 3 to 8. The role involves developing individual support programs for students with disabilities, requiring a background check and reliable transportation. Candidates must meet preschool licensure requirements, with a pay range of $19.95 to $25.80 per hour. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in young students' lives within a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have reliable transportation each day.
• Background check, including fingerprinting required upon employment.
• Must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or higher degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and interpret individual needs of students with disabilities.
• Create and implement behavior and/or instructional support programs.
• Provide observable student data that meet IEP Program or EST goals.

Skills

Energetic personality

Ability to work with children ages 3 to 8

Reliable transportation

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Preschool licensure requirements

Job description

Preschool/Early Childhood Intensive Instructional Assistant

Kingdom East Unified Union School District, Kingdom East School District - Lyndon Center, Vermont

Job Details

Job ID: 5502031

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Kingdom East School District, Student Services, is seeking two Early Childhood (preschool through 2nd grade) Intensive Instructional Assistants (IIA) who are energetic and love working and playing with children ages 3 to 8 years old. The IIA position\'s purpose is to develop and interpret individual needs of students with disabilities by helping to create and implement behavior and/or instructional support programs with consultation with the early childhood special educator and preschool teacher/director. Currently this assignment will be at the Lyndon Town School but based on student needs, may be flexible and needed in other Kingdom East Preschools and Partner Preschool Programs. The IIA provides observable student data that meet the IEP Program or EST goals of students with developmental delay and/or other special needs. Position will target goal-directive services to assist students in accessing instruction in a developmentally appropriate, functional and independent manner. Candidates must successfully complete the ParaPro assessment or higher degree. Candidates must have reliable transportation each day. Background check, including fingerprinting required upon employment. The pay range for this position is currently $19.95/hr.-$25.80/hr.

Kingdom East School District is located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven preK-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools -- Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy -- or another high school of their choosing.

We are located about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture.

Only completed, online applications at schoolspring.com will be accepted. On-line application must include: profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications and questions, if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $19 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment
• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD
• Special Education > Consulting Teacher
• Special Education > Early Essential Education
• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Learning Disabled
• Special Education > Mentally Disabled
• Special Education > OT Assistant
• Special Education > PT Assistant
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Preschool licensure requirements
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. Please submit a statement of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Stacy Rice, Director of Student Services
• 64 Campus Lane
• PO Box 129
• Lyndon Center, Vermont 05850
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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