Teaching Assistant-NIS (Grades 3-5

Nantucket Public Schools Nantucket Intermediate School - Nantucket, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Nantucket Public Schools Nantucket Intermediate School - Nantucket, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5895180

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 28, 2026

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

TITLE:

Teacher Assistant

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
School Year Contract

NIS TEACHING ASSISTANT – Job Description

Definition:
Instructional work in assisting teachers with the supervision and instruction of students; all other related work as required by teachers and/or administrators.

Supervision
Works under the direct supervision of a teacher(s) and/or administrator.
Performs a variety of instructional duties according to prescribed procedures; uses some independent judgment in performing duties.

Job Environment
Work is performed in typical classroom/school conditions and/or in sub-separate special education classrooms.
May operate a computer and other office equipment.
Makes constant contacts, requiring perceptiveness and patience, with students; makes frequent contacts with parents and school personnel.

Under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or administrator may be exposed to confidential student information.
Errors could result in personal injury and injury to students.

Essential Functions
Assists teachers in supervising students throughout the school day.

• Instructing students in various subjects
• 1:1 or small group work with special education students ranging from sub-separate severe programs to moderate inclusion special education students.
• Planning the lessons
• Preparing materials
• Assigning homework
• Leading group activities
• Monitoring progress of students
• Maintaining detailed records and behavioral data on students
• Following behavior and/or social plans as outlined
• Attends teacher meetings and student meetings as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality
• Performs other similar or related duties as required or as situation dictates.

Under the direction of the teacher, BCBA and/or administrator, assists teachers in the following:

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with and develop relationships with students, teachers, school administration, and parents.

Demonstrate the patience required to work with students of different abilities who often struggle with the academic, social and/or behavioral expectations of the general classroom.

Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge of technology-based activities that assist and facilitate student progress.

Maintain confidentiality, respecting the rights of students and families.

EVALUATION: TBD depending on length of position

Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Full-time

$31,583 to $42,550 Per Year

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