Special Education Teacher Assistant- Instructor- Paraprofessional
New Yesterday
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, holidays & a floating holiday for your birthday!
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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- Location:
- West Springfield, MA, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education, Training, And Library Occupations