Abby Kelley Foster Charter School·Worcester, Massachusetts
The assistant provides direct instructional and personal support to students with special needs in an inclusive elementary classroom. Key duties include implementing tailored educational activities, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with teachers and parents on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Job Title: Special Education Instructional Assistant
Location: Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal in Partnership with the Special Education Department
Subordinates: None
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
School Year Instructional Assistant Salary Scale, $26,920 - $58,315
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Instructional Assistant to join our team. This individual will work closely with the classroom teacher and other school personnel to support students with special needs. The role involves providing direct assistance to students in the classroom, helping with lesson implementation, and offering personalized support based on individual student needs. This position is essential in fostering an inclusive learning environment and ensuring that students with diverse abilities have the tools and encouragement they need to succeed academically and socially.
This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.
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Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
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Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
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The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.
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Market context
In Massachusetts, ES Special Education Instructional Assistant roles are typically tied to ongoing demand for classroom support in elementary special education settings. These positions can be competitive because schools often look for candidates with direct experience supporting students with disabilities, plus the physical ability to assist as needed; the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. If you are considering applying, review the district’s expectations for student support tasks and highlight any hands-on experience with similar age groups.
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