Secondary Learning Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bromfield School in Harvard, MA is seeking a Secondary Learning Assistant to support students with IEP/504 plans. The role focuses on academic, behavioral, and social support throughout the school day, under supervision of special educators.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, organizing materials, recording progress data, and adapting strategies as needed. Applicants should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and an associate degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the classroom teacher and students based on IEP/504 needs.
• Assists with printing, copying, and organizing lesson materials.
• Observes and records academic, behavioral, and social data to measure progress.
• Adapts assistance when strategies are not successful as directed by educators.
• If needed, provides direct assistance to students to manage personal care.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull heavy loads.
• Other duties as assigned by teachers and specialists.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Student support

Behavioral support

Data observation

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Secondary Learning Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5878688

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Secondary Learning Assistant:

The Bromfield School is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Special Education Learning Assistant at the Secondary Level. Qualified applicants will possess the skills necessary to work with students who are receiving support services through an Individual Education Plan (IEP). Qualified applicants will be providing academic, behavioral, and social support throughout the school day.

DUTIES

• Provides overall support to the classroom teacher(s) and student(s), based on the needs of the classroom and the student's Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504 Plans, if applicable;
• Assists classroom teacher(s) and specialist(s) in printing, copying, organizing lesson materials;
• Incorporates knowledge of student learning styles, child development, and skills/knowledge acquisition rates of the student(s) to whom assigned, to assist student learning.
• As directed by the special educators and service providers, observes and records academic, behavioral, and social data to measure progress;
• Recognizes when teaching/learning and behavioral strategies are not successful and seek the guidance of the classroom teacher(s) and specialist(s) to adapt assistance accordingly;
• If the assignment requires, provides direct assistance to students to manage personal care;
• Must be able to push/pull up to 50 lbs. and lift/carry up to 20 lbs.;
• Other duties, as required.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to The Bromfield School

The Bromfield School is located thirty miles west of Boston in the Northeastern corner of Worcester County in the town of Harvard, Massachusetts. The Bromfield School founded in 1878 by Margaret Bromfield Blanchard boasts a student population of 710 in grades 6-12. The strong academic program includes core courses in mathematics, English, social studies, and science, as well as music, world languages, physical education and fine and applied arts. Students in grades 9-12 fulfill graduation requirements in these core courses and may also take advantage of Advanced Placement courses. More

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katie Lancey
• 27 Massachusetts Avenue
• Harvard, Massachusetts 01451
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]