Teacher's Assistant

Hillcrest Educational Centers; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,784; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid training

Job summary

Hillcrest Educational Centers in Great Barrington, MA, is looking for a dedicated Teacher's Assistant to support students with unique behavioral, health, and learning needs in a safe and structured environment.

The successful candidate will assist in fostering positive behavior, contributing to student success, and ensuring a supportive atmosphere. The position offers competitive hourly compensation and a range of excellent benefits, including tuition assistance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Support students with unique behavioral, health, and learning needs.
• Help ensure a safe, structured learning environment.
• Contribute to team efforts focused on student success.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers and therapeutic staff.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
• Encourage personal growth and academic development.

Skills

Support students with unique needs

Encourage positive behavior

Collaborative teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Teacher's Assistant

Support students with unique behavioral, health, and learning needs in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment.

Location

Great Barrington, MA

Schedule

Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Compensation

$22.00 – $25.25 per hour

Additional Earnings

• $1,040 raise upon passing the ParaPro Assessment
• $1,500 referral bonus for every full-time referral who is hired

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance: Up to $425 per credit hour (up to $1,275 for a 3-credit course)
• Student Loan Pay Down Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program for support during life’s challenges
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Child Care Reimbursement paid quarterly
• Access to Hillcrest's on-site dental office with convenient payroll deduction
• 40% off gym membership at Bousquet Sport
• Paid training to fully prepare you for your role

What You'll Do

As a Teaching Assistant, you will help ensure a safe, structured learning environment while supporting students throughout their school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting classroom teachers and therapeutic staff
• Ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of all students
• Encouraging positive behavior and personal growth
• Helping students develop academic, social, and life skills
• Contributing to a collaborative team focused on student success

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hillcrest Educational Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.