Special Education Teacher Assistant/Para/Instructor

May Institute

Chicopee, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$23.50–$24.50 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Analysis Skills, Behavioral Intervention, Cross-Functional, Driver's License, Interpersonal Skills, Personal Care, Retirement Plan, Special Education, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Chicopee, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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: Bachelors 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.

About the Company

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