Teaching Assistant

Overview

Teaching Assistant at Happy Hollow Elementary School, Wayland Public Schools — Wayland, MA

• Job : 5754646
• Final date to receive applications: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Jun 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Position: Teaching Assistant, Happy Hollow

Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide academic support to students in classroom and small-group settings
• Assist classroom teachers in implementing instructional activities and lessons
• Support students in completing assignments and classroom projects
• Help prepare, organize, and maintain instructional materials and classroom resources
• Facilitate student participation in classroom activities and routines
• Reinforce classroom expectations and positive behavior strategies
• Assist with classroom management and supervision as directed by the classroom teacher
• Supervise students and program activities as directed by the immediate supervisor
• Support students' social-emotional development and foster positive peer interactions
• Work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and school staff to support student success
• Communicate with families regarding classroom activities when appropriate and directed by the classroom teacher or administrator
• Participate in training and professional development as required
• Work collaboratively with district and school staff to promote equitable access and address systemic barriers
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience: Previous experience working with school-aged children is highly preferred.

Cultural

Competency:

Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland’s goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students.

Education and Experience:

• Advanced Degree:
  Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• DESE Licensure:
  Not required; paraprofessional certification preferred
• SEI Endorsement:
  Not required

• Hours: 30.08 per week
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:45am-2:30pm
• Wednesday: 7:30am-1:35pm
• Salary: $25.63-$33.89 per hour

Wayland Public Schools provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which includes health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) is an equal opportunity employer committed to the dignity of all people and to ensuring hiring and supervision actions are free from discrimination. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education and encourages candidates who value diversity, equity, and belonging.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Nicolette Foundas, Principal
• Happy Hollow Elementary School
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