Classroom Counselor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan (403B)

Paid training & advancement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Dependent care FSA

Job summary

The May Institute's May Center School in Randolph or Mansfield, MA is seeking a Classroom Counselor to join our team. You will work directly in the classroom and residential settings, implementing daily classroom schedules and individualized programs, and helping students with academics, communication, self-care, and social skills.

Bachelor's degree required; valid U.S. driver's license; ability to work in classroom and residential settings; compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, strongly preferred in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or related field.
• Empathy, patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs and developmental disabilities required.

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

Compassion

Ability to support children

Experience with special needs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Classroom Counselor

Full-Time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday

Year-Round Program

Support. Empower. Transform.

As a Classroom Counselor at our May Center School in Randolph or Mansfield, you’ll be an essential part of our mission to support students ages 3-21 with Autism and Developmental and Cognitive Disabilities in achieving their goals and aspirations. You’ll work directly in the classroom and in our residential settings using the proven methods of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). You’ll be providing compassionate care, facilitating personalized instruction and assistance, and engaging in life and academic skill-building activities.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required - strongly preferred if in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Ability to work primarily in a classroom/school setting, with crossover to working in a residential setting.
• Empathy, patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs and developmental disabilities required.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $23.50-$24.50 based on applicable experience
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
• Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
• Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
• Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.