Teacher Assistant

May Institute • Randolph, MA

8d • $21

About The Position

Teacher AssistantFull-Time, 40 hours per week Monday-FridayYear-Round Program Support. Empower. Transform. As a Teacher Assistant at our May Center School in Randolph, Norwood, or Mansfield you'll be an essential part of our mission to support students ages 3-21 with Autism, Developmental and Cognitive Disabilities, Brain Injury, or Neurobehavioral Disorders in achieving their goals and aspirations. While working with students and using the proven methods of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), you’ll be providing compassionate care, facilitating personalized assistance, and engaging in skill-building activities. You’ll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve greater independence. Join us as we make a meaningful difference, one day at a time!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Empathy, patience, compassion, and the ability to support children with diverse communication and behavioral needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with children or individuals with special needs (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Collaborative Teamwork: Partner closely with lead teachers to bring individualized educational plans (IEPs) to life, ensuring each student's unique needs are met.
• Direct Support: Provide hands-on assistance with personal care tasks and expertly manage behavioral crises, offering unwavering support to students during classroom activities to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Positive Communication: Harness the power of positive behavior support strategies to develop essential social skills, enhance communication abilities, and promote independence among students.
• Supportive Atmosphere: Cultivate a warm, supportive atmosphere where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to embrace their journey of learning and growth
• Documentation and Reporting: Thoroughly document student progress and maintain open lines of communication with parents, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in each student's educational journey.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $21/hour with a $.50 increase after 6 months!
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & student loan repayment assistance.
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match.
• Career Growth: Paid training, certification programs, and advancement pathways.
• Well-Being Resources: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support.
• Flexibility: Dependent care FSA and additional voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED