Special Education Teacher Assistant- Instructor- Paraprofessional

May Institute Inc; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

May Institute Inc is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant to provide support for students with Autism and developmental disabilities. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents through implementing ABA strategies and assisting with IEPs, all while benefiting from competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off including vacations and holidays

Tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403B retirement plan with employer match

Career growth through paid training and certifications

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Current and valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• 40-hour work week, M-F, including mandatory meetings.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Assist students with personal care and behavioral interventions.
• Document student progress and collaborate with families.

Skills

Strong interpersonal abilities

Reliability

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant- Instructor- Paraprofessional

West Springfield, MA, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Full-Time Instructor Opportunities in Chicopee and West Springfield

4 0 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 3–21) 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: B achelor'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, holidays & a floating holiday for your birthday!
• 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.