Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Massachusetts

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • E Bridgewtr, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • E Bridgewtr, MA
  • 1 day ago

Key words: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver...

Library Media Specialist

  • Belchertown, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Belchertown, MA
  • 1 day ago

Letters of Interest are now being accepted for Library/Media Specialist at Chestnut Hill Community School. Qualifications: Massachusetts D.E.S.E. licensure required

Summer Program METCO Teaching Assistant

  • Sudbury, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sudbury, MA
  • 1 day ago

Special Education Teacher Assistant for Summer Program at Loring Elementary School The Sudbury Public School SMILE (SUMMER MATH INTERVENTION AND LITERACY ENGAGEMENT) program is looking for a...

Teaching Assistant

  • Greenfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

Four Rivers Charter Public School is seeking an outstanding individual for a Teaching Assistant position. Four Rivers is college preparatory and has a clear mission of educating young people for...

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant Hunnewell - 1.0 FTE - SY 25-26

  • Wellesley, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferred Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I) and fingerprints Passion for working with young...

Para Professional (Instructional Aide), Kindergarten

  • Seekonk, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seekonk, MA
  • 2 days ago

TYPE OF POSITION: Full time (1.0); 2025-2026 school year; salary commensurate with experience and education as set forth in the agreement between the School Committee of the Town of Seekonk and...

Teacher Assistant - ELL

  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 2 days ago

Provide language support for Beginning and Early-Intermediate ELL students in Sheltered English Immersion academic classes: social studies, science, and math, to ensure that ELL students can...

Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant K-2 Program - School Year 2025-2026

  • East Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • East Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago

THE ROLE: The TEC Academy Lower Campus Special Education Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional supports the special education teacher in meeting the diverse needs of students with a range of...

Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant/CNA School Year 2025-2026

  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago

THE ROLE:The TEC Special Education Classroom Aide/Paraprofessional/CNA supports the special education teacher in meeting the diverse needs of students with a range of disabilities. The Special...

Teacher Aide (Kindergarten)

  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Walpole, MA
  • 2 days ago

Walpole Public Schools is seeking a teacher aide (kindergarten), 18.75 hours per week, at Boyden Elementary Street School, effective August 25, 2025, for the 2025-2026 school year. Kindergarten...

Library/Media Specialist

  • Acton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 2 days ago

development Demonstrated expertise in children's literature, digital tools, and instructional practices that support diverse learners Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills...

ABA Tutor - Middle School Level

  • Leominster, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 3 days ago

Leominster Public Schools Sky View Middle School School Year 2025 -2026 Full Time, School Year ABA Tutor: Middle School Level Leominster Public Schools is seeking ABA Tutors for our...

ESY Paraprofessionals (4)

  • Jefferson, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson, MA
  • 3 days ago

Expected Program Hours and Location Information Early Childhood Programs Location: Houghton ABA 7/7 - 8/7 8:45 - 2:45 PreSchool Developmental 8:45-11:15 K-2 Developmental 3-5 Developmental 7/7 - 7/31...

Library Media Specialist Grades 4-6

  • Ware, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ware, MA
  • 3 days ago

Collaborates with classroom teachers as a partner in the instructional process Collaborates to design, teach, and assess learning experiences that incorporate inquiry learning, information...

Extended School Year Elementary Instructional Assistant

  • Byfield, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Byfield, MA
  • 3 days ago

Assist teacher in maintaining classroomAssist in carrying out therapies and classroom activities as requestedPerform other tasks as requested by teacherDuration- 7/7/25 -8/7/25Mon-Thurs 8:30-1230...

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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