ESY Elementary Instructional Assistant; FOCUS

ESY Elementary Instructional Assistant (FOCUS)

Westwood Public Schools Pine Hill Elementary School - Westwood, Massachusetts

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Jul 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re‑Posted:
May 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Jul 6, 2026

July 6, 2026 - August 13, 2026

Hours:

8:30am - 2:30pm, M‑Th

The Westwood Public Schools is committed to active equality‑based, anti‑racist education and the creation of a welcoming and inclusive school community in partnership with parents and community members.

To assist the special education teacher in maintaining appropriate instructional activities and environments as described in the individual educational plan in order that students may learn effectively.

• Work under teacher supervision with students to support learning of materials or skills in both pull‑out and in‑class settings.
• Support students’ acquisition of skills with equipment, technology or other instructional materials as assigned by the teacher.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work and remedial work supervised and assigned by the teacher.
• Administer and monitor testing as the teacher directs (testing accommodations, extended time) for local and state‑mandated testing.
• Assist the teacher in developing specialized strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on the special education students’ individual needs, interests and ability.
• Implement positive behavioral support plans in both pull‑out and inclusive settings.
• Maintain data regarding student progress on educational objectives and share this information with supervising teacher on an as‑needed basis.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff and community members as directed by supervising teacher.
• Other functions as determined by supervisor.

Completion of a high school diploma is required. A Bachelor’s degree and previous successful work with students is highly preferred.

• Ability to work under the supervision of the teacher and to communicate effectively if a question or problem arises.
• Ability to form and maintain positive relationships with children who may present with challenging behavior and/or significant learning needs.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage supporting multiple students in a variety of settings throughout the day.
• Excellent communication skills with multiple communities (students, staff and parents).

• Demonstrates caring and concern for all students.
• Communicates clearly and asks for assistance when needed.
• Able to problem‑solve challenging situations with support from teacher and other staff.
• Maintains a professional demeanor in all aspects of communication and work with others.

Work takes place in a fast‑paced school environment including offices, auditorium, gym, lunchroom and recess/hallways.

• Requires sufficient vision to read printed documents and view detail on a computer screen.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching as well as carrying and occasionally lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Westwood Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or military status.

Position Type:
Full‑Time

Salary: $21.91 to $24.66 Per Hour

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• HR Department
• 220 Nahatan Street
• Westwood, Massachusetts 02090
• Phone: 781‑326‑7500
• Email: info.ma.us