Pike School·Andover, Massachusetts
The specialist provides scaffolded direct instruction and push-in support for 4th and 5th grade students in small groups and 1:1 settings. They are also responsible for teaching the 5th grade Study Skills Course and collaborating with faculty to implement IEPs and 504 plans.
Title: Student Support Specialist
Position Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Head of Upper School
Working at Pike means immersing yourself in a student-centered culture and a compassionate, diverse community. Opportunities for strategic thinking, innovation, and learning are plentiful.
A Pike education ignites a lifelong journey of discovery. We ground our work in building connection, inspiring curiosity, and cultivating the learning and growth of each of our students. A Pike education liberates human potential and possibility to transform ourselves and our world and is rooted in our motto, Non Sibi Solum. We value:
Authenticity: We embrace the identities of every person.
Intellectual Ambition: We foster curiosity, inquiry, engagement, and initiative in learning.
Social Good: We care for ourselves, for one another, and for our community.
At Pike, we believe we are building a brighter future. If you are driven, motivated, and committed to making a meaningful impact for all children, we invite you to take a closer look at Pike. The Pike School, an independent elementary and middle school in Andover, MA, serves approximately 415 students in grades pre-kindergarten through nine.
The Pike School is seeking a Student Support Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year to join the Student Support Team.
The ideal candidate will have Upper Elementary (4th/5th grade) teaching experience.
This role includes classroom teaching, direct instruction for students in one on one and small group settings, and push in classroom support.
The Pike School culture embraces lifelong learning, which includes constant reflection on and evaluation of practices, materials, and pedagogy.
Collaboration and effective communication are essential skills for this position, as are a sense of humor and joy for working with students in this age group.
A bachelor's degree is required, while a master's degree in special education and teaching licensure are preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience and a proven record of success in upper elementary instruction.
Market context
In Massachusetts, Student Support Specialist roles are often shaped by steady demand for staff who can support student needs while working closely with classroom teams. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree in special education, teaching licensure, and at least 3 years of upper elementary experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit before applying.