Autism Education Assistant — Year‑Round Program

League School for Autism; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Well-being Package

Job summary

League School for Autism in Walpole, MA is seeking a Teacher Assistant for our year-round program. Starting pay is $22.50–$26.40 per hour, with schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., depending on experience and education.

The role supports students with autism, implements individualized plans, assists with supervision and transport, and collaborates with the Vocational Coordinator and Education team to promote growth and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or specialized training in a related field or experience working with autistic individuals strongly preferred
• Para-professional, Teacher’s Aide, or other special education experience preferred
• Safety Care, CPR, and First Aid certifications (League School will provide training)

Responsibilities

• Implements lessons and tasks according to Individual Education Programs
• Supervises students at community-based job sites and provides job-coaching services
• Acts as liaison for communication between community-based employers and League School's Vocational Coordinator
• Participates in the development of curriculum content and behavior intervention strategies
• Collects and records data regarding student performance
• Develops a therapeutic relationship with students and maintains appropriate boundaries
• Follows schedules to provide structure and limit stimuli
• Implements student behavior programs as designed by the team
• Completes daily paperwork including notes to parents and incident/accident reports
• Monitors health and safety of students with the School Nurse
• Attends supervision and staff meetings; participates in trainings
• Performs other duties as assigned by Education leadership

Skills

Associate's Degree or related training

Experience with autistic individuals

Para-professional/Teacher's Aide

Safety Care CPR First Aid

Valid driver's license

Background checks

Job description

League School for Autism in Walpole, MA is seeking a Teacher Assistant for our year-round program. Starting pay is $22.50–$26.40 per hour, with schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., depending on experience and education.

The role supports students with autism, implements individualized plans, assists with supervision and transport, and collaborates with the Vocational Coordinator and Education team to promote growth and safety.