Relief Teacher Assistant

Advocates; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Room for advancement

Job summary

Advocates in Hudson, MA is seeking a Relief Teacher Assistant to support students in The Darnell School. This is an as-needed, part-time role focusing on implementing IEP goals, behavior support, and data collection across 221 school days.

The position requires a High School Diploma, strong English communication skills, and the ability to pass background checks. Starting rate is $21.50/hour with potential for scheduling and advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Strong English communication skills (spoken and written).
• Ability to pass background checks; valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for transport.

Responsibilities

• Implement student individualized education plan (IEP) goals
• Implement behavior support plans
• Collect data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system or on paper
• 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)

Skills

English (spoken & written)

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Relief Teacher Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5963638

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 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 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]

Job Categories

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment