Lead Instructor

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

Lead Instructor
Full-Time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday
Year-Round Program

Support. Empower. Transform.
As a Lead Instructor at our May Center School in Norwood you'll be an essential part of our mission to support students ages 3-21 with Brain Injury and Neurobehavioral Disorders 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.

Your Impact

• 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.