Special Education Teacher Assistant

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

Special Education Teacher Assistant

May Institute May Center School for Brain Injury - Norwood, MA - Norwood, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 01, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: upto $21.50 Per Hour

Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 7:15am-3:45pm

Year-Round Program

Support. Empower. Transform.

As a Teacher Assistant at our May Center School in Norwood you'll be an essential part of our mission to support students ages 5-21 with Brain Injury or Neurobehavioral Disorders as they work toward their goals and aspirations. While working with students and using proven methods of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), you’ll provide compassionate care, facilitate personalized assistance, and engage in skill-building activities.

You’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence. Join us as we make a meaningful difference, one day at a time!

What You'll Do

• Collaborative Teamwork: Partner closely with lead teachers to bring individualized educational plans (IEPs) to life, ensuring each student's unique needs are met.
• Direct Support: Provide hands-on assistance with personal care tasks and expertly manage behavioral crises, offering unwavering support to students during classroom activities to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Positive Communication: Harness the power of positive behavior support strategies to develop essential social skills, enhance communication abilities, and promote independence among students.
• Supportive Atmosphere: Cultivate a warm, supportive atmosphere where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to embrace their journey of learning and growth.
• Documentation and Reporting: Thoroughly document student progress and maintain open lines of communication with parents, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in each student's educational journey.

What You Bring

• 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 communication and behavioral needs.
• Experience with children or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $21.50
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
• Retirement Planning: 403 (b) 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.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred Previous special education or human services experience strongly preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis a plus
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Ariel Clark
• 14 Pacella Park Drive
• Randolph, Massachusetts 02380
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]