Special Education Assistant: ABA Skills & Growth

May Institute; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Paid training and advancement pathways

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

May Institute Norwood, MA is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to join our May Center School for Brain Injury. This full-time role supports students aged 5-21 with brain injury or neurobehavioral disorders using ABA-based methods.

You’ll assist with personal care, classroom activities, and behavior management to foster safety, growth, and independence. You’ll collaborate with teachers and families, documenting progress for the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Valid and current U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of licensed driving experience.
• Empathy, patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse needs.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborative teamwork with lead teachers to implement IEPs.
• Direct support with personal care tasks and behavior crises.
• Positive communication to develop social skills and independence.
• Cultivate a warm, supportive atmosphere for student growth.
• Document progress and communicate with parents and the team.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Compassion

Strong communication

Experience with special needs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

May Institute Norwood, MA is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to join our May Center School for Brain Injury. This full-time role supports students aged 5-21 with brain injury or neurobehavioral disorders using ABA-based methods.

You’ll assist with personal care, classroom activities, and behavior management to foster safety, growth, and independence. You’ll collaborate with teachers and families, documenting progress for the multidisciplinary team.