Teacher Assistant-The Darnell School

Advocates; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks enthusiastic individuals to join their team at the Darnell School, where the mission is to empower students with developmental disabilities. This rewarding role involves working directly with children, providing support through education and meaningful activities. You will be trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and have opportunities to earn certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Join a community that values diversity and fosters inclusion while making a positive impact on the lives of students and their families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with children and/or autism is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support and empower students with developmental disabilities.
• Work as a team under supervision of experienced staff.
• Contribute positively to students' lives.

Skills

Working with children

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Starting Rate: $21.50/hour

Promote the values, dreams and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities through education and meaningful activities.

Who we are at the Darnell School

• Our mission is toteach, support and empower peoplewith disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices.
• 766 approved private school for students ages 9-22 with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenge.
• Spacious classrooms are arranged to serve up to 6 students.
• Highly trained and experienced staff using ABA strategies to attain long range quality of life outcomes.
• Works in partnership with families on every aspect of their child’s growth and education.
• The downtown area of Hudson affords students ample opportunities for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation.
• https://darnellschool.org/

Minimum Education RequiredHigh School Diploma/GED Additional Shift DetailsMonday-Friday 9am-3pm Responsibilities

• We are searching forenthusiasticpeople that enjoy working with children and have a desire tocontributeto their lives in positive ways.
• We are looking forpassionateTEAM members who arecommittedto making a difference every day.
• We will train you in principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and provide you withopportunitiesto obtain certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• You will work as a team and be supervised by a Head Classroom Teacher and Behavior Specialist and will play an important role in thesuccessachieved by the student.
• If you are ready to begin aprofessionalcareer that will change your life, as well as those you work with, while havingfunand gainingvaluableexperience, come join us!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Driver’s License
• Dependable Vehicle
• Experience with children and/or autism a plus but NOT required. We will train you!
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.