Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional Updated hiring range!

Cardinal-Cushing-Centers; Hanover (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Cushing Centers in Hanover, MA seeks a Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional to support classroom teachers with student programs, behavior protocols and supervision, ensuring a safe, organized learning environment and strict confidentiality and safety compliance.

The role involves delivering group and individual instruction under supervision, assisting with materials, data collection and coordinating with health staff to meet each student's needs.

Qualifications

• Related Work Experience: Experience with special needs population preferred.
• Formal Education: High school diploma
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• A valid driver's license.
• Certifications: First Aid/CPR, Safety Care

Responsibilities

• Assists the classroom teacher with implementation of student programs, behavior protocol and general classroom supervision.
• Provides group and individual instruction under the supervision of the teacher and/or specialist.
• Responsible for supervision at all times.
• Implements group and individual behavior plans, collects data, requests appropriate assistance when necessary.
• Responsible for providing a neat, organized and safe environment.
• Aware of each student's medical issues and concerns, medications, appointments and observes students to determine the need for assistance from health care staff in consultation with teacher.
• Communicates with support services, clinical staff and specialists to address individual needs of the students in consultation with teacher.
• Attends all faculty meetings/in-services as scheduled, completing all required courses as mandated by O.C.C.S. and D.O.E.

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Communication skills

Good judgment

Dedication

Follow instructions

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional Updated hiring range!

Cardinal Cushing Centers - Hanover, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5851395

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Teaching Assistant roles available in our Hanover School.

• Assists the classroom teacher with implementation of student programs, behavior protocol and general classroom supervision.
• Provides group and individual instruction under the supervision of the teacher and/or specialist
• Responsible for supervision at all times
• Implements group and individual behavior plans, collects data, requests appropriate assistance when necessary
• Responsible for providing a neat, organized and safe environment
• Aware of each student's medical issues and concerns, medications, appointments and observes students to determine the need for assistance from health care staff in consultation with teacher
• Communicates with support services, clinical staff and specialists to address individual needs of the students in consultation with teacher
• Attends all faculty meetings/in-services as scheduled, completing all required courses as mandated by O.C.C.S. and D.O.E.
• Aware of and follows levels of independence and student safety protocol
• Assists the teacher in the preparation and development of teaching materials
• Helps maintain classroom environment to facilitate learning experiences for students
• Monitors issues of concern and collects data as requested
• Assumes lunchroom, recreational and cab duty supervision as scheduled
• Assists in maintaining a maximum level of safety for students
• Acts as an emergency replacement for the classroom teacher in the event that the regular teacher is absent, utilizing a substitute as an assistant in the classroom
• Keeps all student-related information confidential
• Intervenes physically in behaviorally aggressive situations as trained, using Safety Care. techniques
• Works with students on ADL (Activities of Daily Living) skills to include hygiene, toileting skills, domestic skills, community skills, social, behavioral and recreational skills and money management
• Upholds the mission and corporate values of St. Coletta and Cardinal Cushing Centers
• Regular attendance and promptly reporting to work at the beginning of the scheduled shift are essential functions of this position
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Related Work Experience:

  Experience with special needs population preferred.

  Formal Education:

  High school diploma

  Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field preferred.

  A valid driver's license.

  Certifications: Receive initial certification and re-certification as appropriate in the following:

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Safety Care

  Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

  • Patience
  • Flexibility
  • Common sense and good judgment
  • Dedication
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to work as part of a team
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Gina Rosas
• 405 Washington Street
• Hanover, Massachusetts 02339
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]