Specialized Instructional Assistant - Middle School DLP

Lexington Public Schools•Lexington, MA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Specialized Instructional Assistant within the Developmental Learning Program (DLP) at the middle school level. The role is part of the Department of Special Education and reports to the Building Principal, Evaluation Team Supervisor for the DLP, and the Director of Special Education, while working under the direction of the DLP Lead Teacher. The position is non-exempt and falls under the Paraprofessional Staff category, with benefits governed by the LEA Unit C collective bargaining agreement. The start date is August 31, 2026, with a 35-hour work week. The salary range is $33.03 - $36.46 per hour, with potential for change based on FY26 salary scale negotiations. The organization is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment.

Requirements

Highly qualified as a Paraprofessional according to DESE standards
Willing and able to physically manage students if needed
Comfort and familiarity with intellectual and neurological disabilities needed
Ability to work in collaboration with a team
Flexibility in day-to-day work tasks
Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community

Nice To Haves

BS or BA
Classroom experience at the middle school level preferred

Responsibilities

Tutor individual students under the direction of academic staff
Support students in DLP and mainstream academic classes
Facilitate implementation of strategies and interventions to address the student’s academic and physical needs
Implement social/emotional intervention plans as developed by team
Implement behavioral intervention plans as developed by team
Provide coverage for staff
Communicate with staff regarding student’s progress
Diligently collect student data
Obtain and maintain a Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
Attend staff meetings, community meetings, and other staff/student activities, as appropriate
Other duties as assigned
Contribute to a positive and productive environment within the program