Teaching Assistant - Autism School, Westlake

achievementcenters; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off aligned with the school year

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

achievementcenters in Westlake, Ohio is seeking a Teaching Assistant for our Autism School. In this role, you will support students and work alongside a dedicated team to ensure a structured and engaging environment for learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with special needs students and an associate degree in a related field. We offer competitive benefits and a sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Experience in classroom, childcare, or behavioral health settings.
• 1 to 2 years of experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis principles.

Responsibilities

• Support students in an Autism School classroom.
• Create a structured and engaging learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.

Skills

Experience working with students with special needs

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to respond respectfully and patiently

Collaboration with teachers and therapists

Support for academic instruction

Education

Associate degree in Education, Child Development, or Psychology

Job description

The Role

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in our Autism School classroom. In this role, you will work alongside the teacher and interdisciplinary team to create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

What You Bring (Required)

• Experience working with students with special needs in a classroom, childcare, behavioral health, or related setting
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to consistently respond to children in respectful, patient, and supportive ways
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, behavior staff, and families
• Willingness to support students with academic instruction, behavioral interventions, and activities of daily living as needed

Preferred

• Associate degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field
• 1 to 2 years of experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis principles
• Experience supporting students in special education or therapeutic learning environments

Sign On Bonus Details

$500 total bonus paid as follows:

• $150 after successful completion of the introductory period (90 days)
• $150 after 6 months
• $200 after 1 year

Benefits

We offer excellent health and wellness benefits, paid time off aligned with the school year calendar, a retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Achievement Centers for Children values and promotes diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.