Top 153 Teaching assistant Jobs in Amherst, 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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Early Childhood Part-Day Assistant
The Hartsbrook School —Hadley, MA
- $16.50 - $27.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Cooking
Instructional Assistant
Deerfield Elementary School —South Deerfield, MA
- $22.12 - $29.42 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
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Preschool Paraeducator
Amherst Pelham Regional School District —Amherst, MA
- $21.45 - $30.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Preschool
Instructional Assistant
Frontier Regional and Union 38 —South Deerfield, MA
- $21.58 - $27.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Entry level
Educational Support Professional
Hadley Public Schools —Hadley, MA
- $19.02 - $25.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
ESP
Hatfield Public Schools —Hatfield, MA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
Substitute Teacher Assistant
Smith College —Northampton, MA
- $108 a day
- Part-time
- Classroom
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Paraeducator (Summit Academy)
Amherst Pelham Regional School District —Amherst, MA
- $21.45 - $30.54 an hour
- Full-time
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Public school
Teacher Assistant
Cutchins Programs for Children and Families, Inc. —Northampton, MA
- $20.10 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head Start Teacher Assistant (Infant Toddler) Rm D ($18.42-$19
Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. —Amherst, MA
- $18.42 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Para Educator
Ludlow Public Schools —Ludlow, MA
- $22.17 - $31.33 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Associate's degree
- School
9d
Substitute Teacher
Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School (MA) —Easthampton, MA
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience working with children
6d
Teacher At Champions Leverett Elementary School
Champions with Kindercare Learning Centers —Leverett, MA
- $16.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- English
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Paraprofessional
Amergis Healthcare Staffing —Springfield, MA
- $780 a week
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
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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3d
Paraprofessional
Palmer Public Schools —Palmer, MA
- Up to $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Education
SUBSTITUTE PARAEDUCATOR
Northampton Public Schools —Northampton, MA
- $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Fingerprint clearance
- Public school
- Elementary school
22h
Part Time Para Educator
Ludlow Public Schools —Ludlow, MA
- $22.17 - $31.33 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Associate's degree
- School
9d
Educational Support Professional - SPED
Hadley Public Schools —Hadley, MA
- $19.02 - $25.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Entry level

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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

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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teaching assistant jobs in amherst, ma

Infant Assistant & Aftercare Guide

Early Childhood Part-Day Assistant

Instructional Assistant

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Educational Support Professional

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