Teacher Assistant

Advocates; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room for advancement

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

Advocates Darnell School is seeking a Teacher Assistant in Hudson, Massachusetts to support students with autism and developmental disabilities. The role involves implementing IEP goals, behavior plans, and data collection, both in classroom and community settings, with direct student support and transportation as required.

The position is full-time, with a starting rate of $21.50/hour and potential for growth within Advocates' supportive, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written).
• Background checks required; valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for transport when needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement IEP goals for students.
• Implement behavior support plans.
• Collect data for IEP goals using electronic data collection or paper/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).

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Teacher Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5958051

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Starting Rate: $21.50/hour

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: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $21 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

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]