Special Education Teacher Assistant

May Institute; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Career Growth

Job summary

May Institute is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional/Instructor in West Springfield, MA. The role supports lead teachers, implements IEPs, and helps students ages 5–21 with autism and developmental disabilities using ABA techniques.

You will document progress and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team in a year-round program. The position offers 40 hours per week, M-F, with a flexible start between 7:00 and 8:10 AM, 8-hour days plus a 30-minute midday

Qualifications

• Age 18+
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• License: Current and valid U.S. driver’s license
• Availability: 40-hour work week, M-F, 8-hour days plus a 30-minute unpaid midday break
• Year-round program

Responsibilities

• Provide direct classroom support.
• Implement intervention strategies using ABA.
• Help students build communication, social, and independent skills.
• Document student progress and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong interpersonal abilities

Reliability

Compassion

Adaptability

ABA strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant/Para/Instructor Req #23195 West Springfield, MA, USA Full-Time Instructor Opportunities in West Springfield and Chicopee 40 hrs = (M-F, flex-start between 7am-8:10am, 8 hour shifts plus 30min unpaid midday break) 1 mandatory morning meeting per week at 7am or 7:40am Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 5?21) with Autism and developmental disabilities! As a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional/Instructor, you?ll provide direct classroom support, implement intervention strategies, and help students build critical skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Your Impact: Support lead teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Assist students with personal care and behavioral interventions. Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Use ABA strategies to promote communication, social skills, and independence. Document student progress and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team. What You Need: Age: 18+ Education: Bachelor's degree preferred License: Current and valid U.S. driver?s license Availability: 40-hour work week, M-F, 8-hour days plus a 30-minute unpaid midday break. This is a year-round program. Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities, reliability, compassion, and adaptability Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: $23.50-$24.50, depending on applicable experience Paid Time Off: Vacation and paid holidays! Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental & vision insurance. Career Growth: Paid training, certifications & internal promotion opportunities. Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Financial Flexibility: Dependent care FSA & voluntary benefits. Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance. Secure Your Future: 403B retirement plan with employer match.