Special Education Teaching Assistant - Noyes

Sudbury Public Schools; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudbury Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant for Peter Noyes Elementary School in Sudbury, MA. The role involves supporting students with IEPs in general education settings, collaborating with teachers, and assisting with behavior and learning strategies.

Responsibilities include 1:1 and group support, data collection, and supervision during breaks and field trips, with a starting hourly rate of approximately $25–$28 and a 183-day schedule.

Qualifications

• Meets DOE guidelines for paraprofessionals with a high school diploma or equivalent and an associate degree.
• Completion of 48 college credits at an accredited institution.
• Passing of Parapro or WorkKeys assessments per MA requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support eligible students in the general education classroom and learning centers.
• Collaborate with the special education team to adapt instruction per IEPs.
• Assist with supervision during non-class times (recess, lunch, transitions).
• Support socialization and independence for students with IEP goals.
• Gather data to document student performance under staff direction.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with parents as needed.

Skills

Prior experience with children

Background in special education

Flexible and team-oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + Associate’s degree

48 college credits completed

Parapro or WorkKeys assessment

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistant - Noyes

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950177

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Noyes Elementary School

Position Summary:

The role of the Special Education Teacher Assistant is to support eligible students in the general education classroom, learning centers, and across all school settings as appropriate.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• May be assigned as 1:1, in an inclusion program, as a general assistant, or in any combination thereof;
• Work with the special education team and classroom teacher to devise and implement strategies, and modify assignments to reinforce the learning or behavior of students as outlined in students IEPs; specific job duties vary across grade levels, programs, and students’ needs;
• Work with students to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced by classroom teachers or special education staff, as well as mastering adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and instructional materials in accordance with IEPs;
• Support therapeutic strategies and interventions as appropriate;
• Assist with supervision of students during non-class time, including, but not limited to, the following: recess, lunch, passing times, assemblies and school meetings, field trips, transportation, school arrival and departure, emergency drills, and other situations as deemed appropriate for the grade level and position;
• Participate in in-service training and meetings as well as training programs specific to the students being served;
• Attend to the personal care and hygiene needs of students in accordance with the IEP, as appropriate;
• Facilitate socialization among students;
• Foster independence in students on IEPs by assisting them in the routines of school life;
• Gather data to document student performance and behavior with the direction of the special education staff;
• Serve as source of information and help to substitute teachers;
• As appropriate, provide coverage for special education staff and general classroom teachers so that they may participate in special education related activities;
• Communicate with parents as determined by the team;
• Maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality;
• Work with teacher in recognizing and identifying students with learning deficits;
• Attend meetings and reviews or gives input on students for said meetings as determined by team;
• Attend State Standardized training and proctor State Standardized tests in accordance with specific students IEP;
• Facilitate small group instruction;
• Assist regular education students while working in regular education classroom with students on IEP’s;
• Implement and follow individual student behavior plans determined by team;
• Maintain student specific materials and reinforcers;
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of students IEP;
• Report all educational, behavioral or social/emotional concerns or incidents to team;
• Ensure the safety of all students and staff;
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Classification: ESPAS Level 7 Unit Position

Hourly Rate: Approx $25-$28/hour (Steps 1-3) in accordance with the ESPA salary schedule

Schedule: 183 days, prorated based on date of hire

Salary: Based on the collective bargaining agreement

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Welcome to Peter Noyes Elementary School

Students at the Peter Noyes School will strive to reach their highest individual academic potential. They will become readers, writers, communicators - mathematically, scientifically and technologically able. Students will gain a facility for and appreciation of the arts. They will be able to think, problem solve, question and take intellectual risks. Students will be able to learn both independently and cooperatively. Students will emerge as curious, confident, life-long learners. Core values: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Achievement

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Meets the Department of Education Guidelines for Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals which includes: High School diploma or equivalent and an Associate’s (or higher) degree;
• OR
• Completion of 48 credit hours at an Institution of Higher Education;
• OR
• Completion of one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys;
• Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Prior experience working with children;
• Background in special education or experience working with special education students preferred;
• Have a flexible attitude and work well in teams.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI and fingerprinting clearance. All finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Deadline: Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information

• Amy Mulkerin , Principal
• 280 Old Sudbury Road
• Sudbury, Massachusetts 01776
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]