Relief Teacher Assistant

Advocates; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocates Darnell School in Hudson, MA is seeking a Relief Teacher Assistant to provide flexible classroom coverage and support. You will help implement IEP goals and behavior plans, collect progress data, and accompany students on community outings.

The role is part-time and offers starting pay of $21.50 per hour, with opportunities for growth within Advocates’ 221-day ABA program serving students with autism and related needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Must successfully pass background checks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to a vehicle for transport.

Responsibilities

• Implement IEP goals for students.
• Implement behavior support plans.
• Collect data for IEP goals using electronic or paper methods.
• Accompany and teach students in the community.
• Transport students in the community as needed.
• Attend weekly classroom staff meetings.
• Attend monthly school-wide trainings.
• Maintain required certifications (First Aid, CPR, Safety Care).

Skills

Effective communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Relief Teacher Assistant

Advocates Darnell School - Hudson, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5947360

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Starting Rate: $21.50/hour

The Relief Teacher Assistant provides flexible coverage and support to The Darnell School as needed. In this role, you will fill in for Teacher Assistants who are absent or provide additional classroom support based on program needs. This is an as-needed position, and scheduled hours may vary depending on staffing needs.

The Teacher Assistant will implement student programming in a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio, directly supporting students in reaching their individualized education plan (IEP) goals. You will implement academic and behavior support strategies, while collecting and tracking data to monitor progress. You will also join students in the community, supporting their learning outside of the classroom.

The Darnell School is a program of Advocates and is a 221-day-per-year ABA school program serving students ages 9-22 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges. Our mission is to teach, support and empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices. We offer spacious classrooms with ample opportunity for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation.

Learn more about The Darnell School here: https://darnellschool.org/

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a close-knit community that values ideas and contributions from staff.

Responsibilities

• Implement student individualized education plan (IEP) goals
• Implement behavior support plans
• Collect data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system or via paper and pencil
• Accompany and teach students in the community
• Transport students in the community, as needed
• Attend weekly classroom staff meetings
• Attend monthly school wide trainings
• Maintain certifications (First Aid, CPR, Safety Care)
• Position Type: Part-time
• Salary: $21 Per Hour

Job Categories

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma
  Skills in effective communication, include spoken and written English
  Must successfully pass background checks. Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to vehicle to be used as directed and when needed for transport.

Contact Information

• Eleni Karapatsas , Senior Recruiter
• Advocates
• 1881 Worcester Rd
• Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]