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May Institute

Special Education Teacher Assistant/Instructor/Para

Pay: $23.50–$24.50/hr
Posted: 2 days ago
Location: West Springfield, MA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 day ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$41,845 / year median in Massachusetts

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant/Instructor/Para Req #23490 West Springfield, MA, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM Full-Time Instructor Opportunities in Chicopee and West Springfield 4 0 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:
B achelor'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. Job Details Pay Type Hourly Hiring Min Rate 23.50 USD Hiring Max Rate 24.50 USD Scan this QR code and apply! Download West Springfield, MA, USA