Top 281 Teacher aide Jobs in Springfield Ma

Infant Assistant & Aftercare Guide
Amherst Montessori School —Amherst, MA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
$500 sign on bonus Preschool Teacher Assistant
Trinity College Community Child Center —Hartford, CT
- $16.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Classroom experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Substitute Montessori Guide
Amherst Montessori School —Amherst, MA
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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13d
Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full Year
HCS Head Start, Inc. —Springfield, MA
- $21.50 - $24.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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SPED Pre K Links Para
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MA
- $22.69 - $27.35 an hour
- Email
- School experience
- Classroom
- Public school
- Opportunities for advancement
5d
Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full time
Children's House —Springfield, MA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Preschool
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Paraprofessional
East Longmeadow Public Schools —East Longmeadow, MA
- $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Associate's degree
- Public school
- Elementary school
Special Education Teacher Assistant/Instructor/Paraprofessional
May Institute —West Springfield, MA
- $23.00 - $24.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
All Schools- Paraprofessional: High School
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MA
- $22.69 - $27.35 an hour
- Email
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Opportunities for advancement
6d
KINDERGARTEN PARAPROFESSIONAL - WESTFIELD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Westfield Public Schools —Westfield, MA
- $19 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Cleaning
- Public school
- Elementary school
Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant - Full Year
HCS Head Start, Inc. —Springfield, MA
- $22.57 - $24.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Teacher's Assistant (Temporary)
RFK Community Alliance —Springfield, MA
- $20.50 - $21.75 an hour
- Temporary
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
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Instructional Paraprofessional (MLL)
Springfield Public Schools —Springfield, MA
- $22.69 - $27.35 an hour
- Email
- Classroom
- Basic math
- Teaching Certification
- Paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
5d
Part Time Para Educator
Ludlow Public Schools —Ludlow, MA
- $22.17 - $31.33 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Associate's degree
- School
7d
Special Education Teacher Assistant/Para/Instructor
May Institute —Chicopee, MA
- $23.50 - $24.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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1d
Special Education Paraprofessional (1:1)
West Springfield Public Schools —West Springfield, MA
- $18.67 - $23.96 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Associate's degree
- Elementary school
14d
Para Educator
Ludlow Public Schools —Ludlow, MA
- $22.17 - $31.33 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Associate's degree
- School
7d
1:1 Paraprofessional
East Longmeadow Public Schools —East Longmeadow, MA
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Middle school
- School
12d
FY 2026-2027 Special Education Paraprofessional
Baystate Academy Charter Public School —Springfield, MA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Teacher Aid / Floater
Playful Minds LLC —Springfield, MA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Office
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Infant Assistant & Aftercare Guide

Amherst Montessori School -
Amherst, MA

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Job Details

Part-time
$16 - $20 an hour
13 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Teamwork
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Montessori

Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Montessori Infant Classroom Assistant & Aftercare Guide plays a vital role in the classroom's success and the well-being of our youngest learners, ages 3 months and up. The Assistant Guide provides nurturing, attentive, and responsive care while supporting each child's cognitive, physical, emotional, and social development within a fully implemented Montessori environment.

Working closely with the Lead Guide, the Assistant Guide helps create and maintain an environment that is peaceful, beautiful, orderly, safe, and engaging. Throughout the school day, the classroom team collaborates to prepare the environment, observe the children, support their growing independence, and foster trusting relationships with each child and family.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both caring for infants and contributing to every aspect of maintaining a high-quality Montessori environment. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, initiative, and a willingness to support the needs of the entire community.

Essential ResponsibilitiesChild Care & Classroom Support

Provide warm, responsive, and respectful care for infants while adhering to Montessori principles and best practices.
Observe and support each child's development of movement, language, independence, self-care, and social-emotional growth.
Assist with diapering, feeding, naps, transitions, and daily routines while preserving each child's dignity and encouraging independence whenever possible.
Support children during work periods, outdoor play, meals, and caregiving routines with patience, consistency, and kindness.
Help maintain a calm and peaceful classroom atmosphere that encourages exploration, concentration, and secure attachment.

Preparing and Maintaining the Environment

Prepare and maintain a clean, organized, and inviting Montessori environment throughout the day.
Clean, sanitize, organize, and reset the classroom daily so it is fully prepared for the following school day.
Replenish classroom supplies, food preparation materials, diapers, wipes, cleaning supplies, and other consumable items as needed.
Repair or report damaged classroom materials and equipment promptly.

This position includes a significant amount of classroom cleaning and preparation each day. Approximately 15–30 minutes at the end of the workday is dedicated to cleaning, sanitizing, organizing, and preparing the classroom environment after the children have departed.

Collaboration & School Community

Work collaboratively with the Lead Guide to provide consistent care and support for the classroom community.
Participate in weekly team meetings and professional discussions regarding children's development, classroom routines, and Montessori practices.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Communicate observations and concerns respectfully and appropriately with the Lead Guide.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families at all times.

Flexibility & Teamwork

Demonstrate flexibility in supporting the needs of the school community.
Assist in the Toddler classroom when needed, particularly during staffing needs.
Understand that while the classroom begins the year serving infants, many children transition into toddlerhood throughout the school year. Candidates should be comfortable working with and lifting toddlers as needed.

Position Details: The Infant Assistant Guide role is a full time, benefited, 10-Month position.

Contracted Dates: August 24, 2026 - June 11, 2027 with opportunity for ongoing employment after successful first year depending on staffing needs

Schedule: 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Compensation: $16.00 to $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

Required Qualiﬁcations: High School Diploma and EEC Certification or eligibility are required.

Preferred Qualifications

DEEC Teacher Certification or eligibility preferred.
Experience working with infants or toddlers in an early childhood setting.
Montessori experience is preferred but not required.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
Kind, patient, nurturing, dependable, and enthusiastic.
Ability to remain calm in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Willingness to learn and grow professionally within a Montessori setting.

Physical Requirements

Ability to frequently lift and carry children up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, kneel, bend, squat, and work comfortably on the floor throughout the day.
Ability to safely perform diapering, feeding, classroom cleaning, and playground supervision.
Ability to actively engage with infants and toddlers throughout the school day.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal Assistant Guide is compassionate, dependable, observant, and eager to become an integral part of a collaborative Montessori team. They understand that caring for infants extends far beyond meeting physical needs—it includes preparing a beautiful environment, supporting families, working alongside colleagues, and creating a calm, consistent space where children can develop trust, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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teacher aide jobs in springfield ma

Infant Assistant & Aftercare Guide

$500 sign on bonus Preschool Teacher Assistant

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Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full Year

SPED Pre K Links Para

Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full time

Paraprofessional

Special Education Teacher Assistant/Instructor/Paraprofessional

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KINDERGARTEN PARAPROFESSIONAL - WESTFIELD RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant - Full Year

Teacher's Assistant (Temporary)

Instructional Paraprofessional (MLL)

Part Time Para Educator

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Special Education Paraprofessional (1:1)

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