ABA Lead Instructor — Transform Student Skills

May Institute; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Education support

Retirement planning (403B)

Career growth

Well-being resources

Dependent care FSA

Job summary

May Institute's May Center School in Norwood seeks a Lead Instructor to deliver ABA-based instruction for students ages 3-21 with brain injuries and neurobehavioral disorders. You will teach in classroom and residential settings, implementing individualized programs and collecting progress data to guide behavior plans.

The role focuses on academics, communication, self-care, and social skills, with collaboration among teachers, clinicians, and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; strongly preferred in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or related field.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Able to work primarily in a classroom setting with crossover to residential settings.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs and developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily classroom schedules and individualized programs under supervision.
• Provide instruction in academics, communication, self-care, and social skills.
• Collect and track data on student progress to support behavior programs.
• Use evidence-based behavior support strategies to manage challenging behaviors.
• Partner with teachers, clinical staff, and families to support individualized treatment plans.
• Assist students with personal care and hygiene as needed.

Skills

Empathy & patience

Diversity support

Strong communication

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree (Psychology/Behavior Analysis preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

May Institute's May Center School in Norwood seeks a Lead Instructor to deliver ABA-based instruction for students ages 3-21 with brain injuries and neurobehavioral disorders. You will teach in classroom and residential settings, implementing individualized programs and collecting progress data to guide behavior plans.

The role focuses on academics, communication, self-care, and social skills, with collaboration among teachers, clinicians, and families.