Special Education Teacher Assistant

May Institute Special Education Teacher Assistant Chicopee, MA Apply Special Education Teacher/Para/Instructor Req #22705 West Springfield, MA, USA Full-Time Instructor Opportunities in Chicopee and West Springfield 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 7am 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. Active Filters Special Education Teacher Assistant Chicopee, MA Clear All Apply