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Special Education Teacher Assistant/Para/Instructor

Talent Acquisition Team, May Institute
Posted a month ago, valid for 21 days
Location

West Springfield, MA, US

Salary

$23.5 - $24.5 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance
Flexible Spending Account

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  • Full-Time Instructor opportunities are available in West Springfield with a flexible start time between 7am and 8:10am, requiring a 40-hour work week from Monday to Friday.
  • The role involves providing direct classroom support to children and adolescents (ages 3-21) with Autism and developmental disabilities, utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies.
  • Candidates are expected to have a Bachelor's degree (preferred), a current U.S. driver's license, and strong interpersonal skills, with a minimum age requirement of 18 years.
  • The position offers competitive pay ranging from $23.50 to $24.50 per hour, depending on applicable experience, along with comprehensive benefits and paid time off.
  • This is a year-round program, and the instructor will participate in mandatory weekly meetings to ensure effective collaboration and support for students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

  

Full-Time Instructor Opportunities in West Springfield and Chicopee

40 hrs = (M-F, flex-start between 7am-8:10am, 8 hour shifts plus 30min unpaid midday break)

1 mandatory morning meeting per week at 7a or 7:40am

 

Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 3–21) with Autism and developmental disabilities! As a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional/Instructor, you’ll provide direct classroom support, implement intervention strategies, and help students build critical skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
 
Your Impact:
  • Support lead teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Assist students with personal care and behavioral interventions.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
  • Use ABA strategies to promote communication, social skills, and independence.
  • Document student progress and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team.
What You Need:
  • Age: 18+
  • Education: Bachelor's degree preferred
  • License: Current and valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Availability: 40-hour work week, M-F, 8-hour days plus a 30-minute unpaid midday break.  This is a year-round program. 
  • Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities, reliability, compassion, and adaptability
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive Pay: $23.50-$24.50, depending on applicable experience
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation and paid holidays!
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental & vision insurance.
  • Career Growth: Paid training, certifications & internal promotion opportunities.
  • Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial Flexibility: Dependent care FSA & voluntary benefits.
  • Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance.
  • Secure Your Future: 403B retirement plan with employer match.




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