Instructional Assistant - Needham High School
Listed on 2026-04-29
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Education Administration, School Counselor, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Instructional Assistant - Needham High School (2026/2027 School Year)
Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm Instructional Assistant to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Job Details- Job : 5672084
- Final date to receive applications: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
- Posted: Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
- Starting Date: Aug 28, 2026
The Special Education Instructional Assistant works in inclusive settings and in special education classrooms to support students with disabilities. IAs are trained and supported by the Special Education Liaison, BCBA, Special Education Director, and the classroom teacher. The special education department takes a team approach in supporting the needs of the students.
Job Summary:
Provide academic, behavioral, and/or emotional support for students during the day, in the general education setting and/or the special education setting.
Job Requirements:
This job requires patience, experience working on a team, and a willingness to work with students with disabilities. Good communication skills and the ability to be flexible and to receive and implement instructions and behavior plans are required.
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation are submitted.
Compensation and BenefitsHourly rate range: $23.94 - $27.97/hr please review the Unit C Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.
Equity and EEO StatementThe Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. Students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.
PositionType
Full-Time
Job CategoriesSpecial Education >
Special Education Assistant
- Lisa Tedeschi
- 1330 Highland Avenue
- Needham, Massachusetts 02492
- Phone:
- Email: .ma.us
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