Teaching Assistant

Milford Public Schools; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford Public Schools is seeking two Teaching Assistants for Stacy Middle School in Milford, Massachusetts. The roles are full-time for the 2026-2027 school year, with hours from 7:45 to 2:15 and starting in October 2026.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED; a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. SEI endorsement and experience with students with disabilities, including English Language Learners, are desirable. CPI training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement preferred.
• Experience working with students with and without disabilities.
• Demonstrate ability to assist in inclusion/Special Education classroom.
• Experience working with English Language Learners
• Bilingual preferred
• CPI training preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist small groups and/or individual students toward academic, social-emotional, and/or behavioral goals within the classroom with guidance from the teacher.
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers.
• Provide direct instruction in an inclusion classroom or small group setting.
• Modify curriculum as needed.
• Attend and participate in training opportunities.
• Perform supervisory duties as assigned by school administration.

Skills

SEI Endorsement

Bilingual

Experience with disabilities

English Language Learners

CPI training

Communication with teachers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Teaching Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5958800

Application Deadline: Oct 24, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 31, 2026

Job Description

Position: Teaching Assistant (2 positions)

Location: Stacy Middle School

Schedule: 2026-2027 School Year – Hours 7:45 – 2:15

Salary: Per Contract $19.10 – $24.92 hour based on experience & certification

To Start: October 2026

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement preferred;
• Experience working with students with and without disabilities;
• Demonstrate the ability to assist in the inclusion and/or Special Education classroom;
• Experience working with English Language Learners
• Bilingual preferred
• CPI training preferred

Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of building administration, Special Education teachers, and classroom teachers;
• Assist small groups and/or individual students with progress toward academic, social-emotional, and/or behavioral goals within the classroom, with guidance provided by the teacher;
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers;
• Provide direct instruction in an inclusion classroom or small group setting;
• Ability to modify curriculum;
• Maintain confidential information;
• Collect data on student performance as needed;
• Assist students with daily living/self-help skills;
• Attend and participate in training opportunities as directed; and
• Perform supervisory duties, as assigned by school administration.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Special Education > General Special Education

Welcome to Stacy Middle School

Our school community encourages, supports and challenges all students to reach their academic and social potential. SuccessTakesActionChallengeYourself The following expectations are essential to realize our Mission:

ACADEMIC

Work to achieve mastery of skills in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks

Listen, process, speak and write effectively

Develop and apply active reading strategies

Demonstrate competence in mathematical reasoning and computational skills

Appreciate the arts and use them to express ideas, feelings, beliefs and creativity

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in using technology for accessing and expressing information, problem solving, critical thinking and decision making

Understand and apply health and physical education information to achieve overall wellness in daily life

Make discoveries, think inductively and be aware of the dynamic world of science and technology

Develop a broad perspective of the world and an appreciation for its history and culture

Explore and study a world language and its related culture and traditions

Encourage movement and physical activity daily

Develop creative, abstract thinking and problem solving skills

Engage in cooperative learning

SOCIAL

Develop respect for self and others

Accept responsibility for individual behavior

Make healthy decisions

Use appropriate methods to resolve conflict

Demonstrate responsibility, initiative and perseverance

Work to achieve organization, productivity, and punctuality

Develop self-confidence

Promote good sportsmanship and teamwork

Appreciate the value of life-long learning

Respect diversity

Work cooperatively

Develop healthy relationships with members of the school community

SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Ensure a safe and positive educational climate

Provide opportunities for students to become involved in decision making

Provide access of school facilities to the community

Maintain a partnership between the school and family to support student growth

Provide up-to-date textbooks, supplies and equipment

Provide space to display the work and achievement of students

Recognize students for qualities of cooperation and citizenship

Provide faculty with opportunities for professional growth

Develop extracurricular activities that promote use of imagination and creativity

Provide extracurricular programs to enhance physical well being

Utilize teaching methods which address diverse learning styles, multiple intelligences and interdisciplinary learning

Provide consistent discipline while recognizing individual differences

Provide academic support by highly qualified staff, support personnel and paraprofessionals

Communicate pertinent information to students, staff and community about events that impact school life

Provide curriculum leaders to facilitate department meetings and coordinate curriculum development and articulation

Continue collaboration between school and community agencies

SuccessTakesActionChallengeYourself

Equal Opportunity Employer

Milford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Caridad Lopez, Ed.D. , Principal
• 66 School Street
• Milford, Massachusetts 01757
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• Email: [e-mail]