Job Description

Instructional Assistants (grades 7-12)2025-2026 School Year(multiple positions)GENERAL DUTIES: Duties as an Instructional Assistant will vary depending on the particular assignment. It is possible to be working with one student, a group of students, or a large group in the general education or substantially separate setting. Duties may include: Providing coverage for Classroom/Sped teachers for meetingsPreparing materials for teachers in the Special Education department Setting up assistive technology for student use Participating in regular training/consultation with classroom teacher Ability to interact with all students that may have mental or physical challenges in a caring and compassionate mannerReinforcing previously taught concepts in a small group setting Communicating with liaison regarding progress of students Administering daily content area tests/quizzes as well as standardized testsDocumenting student progress both academically and behaviorally Reinforcing instruction of general education under the direction of a Special Education Teacher Accompanying students to General Education classroom and providing modifications to instruction Ensuring the safety of students as they use adaptive equipment Constant monitoring and alert nurse of medical needsAssisting with self-help skills, including but not limited to clothing, feeding, toileting Supporting students at job sites and/or during a variety of community trips Participating in student progress meetings when requested, and provide input for progress reports and objectives; inform appropriate staff of program changes and updatesCompleting parent communication logs and district documents as requiredParticipating in required professional development, such as restraint training, CPR/First Aid certification, Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and staff meetings and extended day sessionsDemonstrating flexibility when daily schedules changeImplementing instructional and behavioral programs as designed by Special Education Teacher and/or related service providersRecordings appropriate data in pull-out and inclusion settingsBeing aware of and adhering to confidentiality protocolServing as a bus and/or cafeteria monitorSupporting students during extracurricular activities, including but not limited to marching band, Special Olympics, athletics, drama club, etc.Completing other duties that are designated by the Lead Teacher and/or Behavior Specialist, Building Principal or Director of Pupil Services Duties specific to Bus Monitor (AM and PM runs): Monitor student passengers for appropriate social distancing and face-covering/mask-wearingAssist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on the school busAssist students entering and leaving the vehicle by providing hands-on fastening of passenger seat belts to provide student safety, as neededAbility to interact with all students that may have mental or physical challenges in a caring and compassionate mannerAbility to handle any unexpected effects of traffic, weather, student activity, noise or emergency situationsCommunicate with school personnel concerning student needs, medical history, and behavior as appropriateAssist driver in the event an evacuation of the vehicle, providing first aid or other applicable procedures in case of an emergencyAssist students to unfasten seatbelts upon departure of the vehicle, as neededDuties specific to Cafeteria Monitor: Ensure the safety of student(s)Monitor students for appropriate social distancing and face-covering/mask-wearingCirculate throughout the cafeteria or in areas where meals are served and/or eaten assisting students who need assistanceMonitor students and their behavior during meals in the lunchroom and refer problems to the principal Dismiss classes in an orderly manner at the scheduled timeDuties specific to Supporting students during extracurricular activities: Ensure the safety of student(s)Redirect students attention to the task or activityEncourage and praise student participationAccompany student to offsite related events (including but not limited to track meets, band performances, etc.)Supervise student until s/he departs on schoolbus or until parent/guardian picks upQUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma required. Associates Degree, or higher, in education or related field required for some positionsExperience or training in ABA, preferredPediatric CPR/First Aid Certified, preferredWORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday for the remainder of the school yearAnticipated Hours 7:30 a.m.



to 2:00 p.m, includes hr. unpaid lunchOpportunity to work the 2023 Extended School Year program (July-August 2023)SALARY: Per Instructional Assistant/ABA Technician schedule ($15.20 - $23.36, based on educational background and experience)Please submit a letter of interest outlining experience and qualifications to: Chris Lowe, PrincipalMillbury Jr. Sr. High School12 Martin StreetMillbury, MA 01527Email applications will not be accepted