Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant - Special Education

CCCBSD; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Center for Communication (CCCBSD) in Beverly, Massachusetts, seeks a Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant to support students with intensive special needs and ABA-based strategies. You will assist in daily classroom activities and help implement individualized learning plans.

Candidates should have experience in similar settings; a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in classroom or special needs setting.
• Experience using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Private school calendar: 180-day year + 24-day summer schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and student activities.
• Assist students with daily living and educational tasks.
• Collaborate with SLPs, OTs, PTs, and BCBA.

Skills

ABA experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

High School diploma preferred

Tools

Assistive Technology

AAC

Job description

Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant - Special Education

Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant - Special Education Beverly School for the Deaf CCCBSD - Beverly, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 3966930
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 30, 2026 4: 00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Classroom Teaching Assistant - Intensive Special Needs

The Children's Center for Communication

WHERE COMMUNICATION COMES FIRST - Since 1876 -

Learn more at www.cccbsd.org

Located in Beverly, Massachusetts, The Children's Center for Communication (CCCBSD) is a school for children ages 3 to 22 with unique developmental, physical, and communication needs.

CCC boasts small classroom size of 4-5 students with an intensive faculty ratio.The program supports a general life-skills curriculum, classroom and community-based instruction, therapeutic and daily care support, use of technology including Assistive Technology and AAC.

Candidates should have experience working in a classroom or special needs setting, and have experience using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field preferred. Related experience in Human Services and Behavior Management and ABA can be substituted for educational requirement. Typical 180 day school year calendar plus a 24 day summer schedule. You will receive support from a complete team of specialists including: SLPs, OTs, PTs, BCBA, School Psychologist, Assistive Technology support, Adaptive Physical Education, Curriculum Specialists, and more. Highly collaborative team setting with all of the positive benefits of a private, specialized campus in Beverly.

Recent graduates of Communication Disorders, Psychology, or Teaching programs are encouraged to apply. We support our teaching assistants, through tuition reimbursement in developing a career track toward a Master's degree and becoming a special needs classroom teacher.

Depending on experience and degree, salary range is $ annually. Positions open now for the2025-2026 school year.

Currently scheduling in-person interviews and campus tours.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $41,341 to $55,492 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristen Humber , CCC Program Director
• CCCBSD
• Phone: [phone] ext. 225
• Email: [e-mail]