Special Education Classroom Counselor

The May Institute Inc • Randolph, MA

55d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about education and behavior support? Join May Institute's School for Autism as a Classroom Counselor where you'll help students ages 3-21 develop essential skills using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a collaborative classroom setting. Your Role • Implement Behavior Plans: Support students by applying individualized intervention strategies. • Provide Hands-On Classroom Support: Foster positive behaviors and meaningful social interactions. • Collaborate with Educators: Work alongside teachers and behavior analysts to create a supportive learning environment. • Track Progress & Data: Collect and analyze student data to refine strategies and interventions. • Engage with Families: Communicate student progress and offer strategies for consistency at home.

Requirements

• 18+ years old with a valid and current U.S. driver's license.
• Bachelor's degree required (preferred in psychology, education, or related field) or 1+ years working as a May Randolph Teacher Assistant
• Strong interpersonal & organizational skills for collaboration and data tracking.
• Genuine passion for supporting individuals with autism.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in special education or developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement Behavior Plans: Support students by applying individualized intervention strategies.
• Provide Hands-On Classroom Support: Foster positive behaviors and meaningful social interactions.
• Collaborate with Educators: Work alongside teachers and behavior analysts to create a supportive learning environment.
• Track Progress & Data: Collect and analyze student data to refine strategies and interventions.
• Engage with Families: Communicate student progress and offer strategies for consistency at home.

Benefits

• Generous PTO: Vacation, paid holidays, and a floating birthday holiday.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 403B retirement plan with employer match.
• Professional Growth: Paid training, certification, tuition reimbursement, and loan repayment assistance.
• Financial & Emotional Support: FSA, LTD/STD insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees