Teaching Assistant​/Paraprofessional Updated range

Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional Updated hiring range!

Cardinal Cushing Centers - Hanover, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5851395

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Teaching Assistant roles available in our Hanover School.

• Assists the classroom teacher with implementation of student programs, behavior protocol and general classroom supervision.
• Provides group and individual instruction under the supervision of the teacher and/or specialist
• Responsible for supervision at all times
• Implements group and individual behavior plans, collects data, requests appropriate assistance when necessary
• Responsible for providing a neat, organized and safe environment
• Aware of each student's medical issues and concerns, medications, appointments and observes students to determine the need for assistance from health care staff in consultation with teacher
• Communicates with support services, clinical staff and specialists to address individual needs of the students in consultation with teacher
• Attends all faculty meetings/in-services as scheduled, completing all required courses as mandated by O.C.C.S. and D.O.E.
• Aware of and follows levels of independence and student safety protocol
• Assists the teacher in the preparation and development of teaching materials
• Helps maintain classroom environment to facilitate learning experiences for students
• Monitors issues of concern and collects data as requested
• Assumes lunchroom, recreational and cab duty supervision as scheduled
• Assists in maintaining a maximum level of safety for students
• Acts as an emergency replacement for the classroom teacher in the event that the regular teacher is absent, utilizing a substitute as an assistant in the classroom
• Keeps all student-related information confidential
• Intervenes physically in behaviorally aggressive situations as trained, using Safety Care. techniques
• Works with students on ADL (Activities of Daily Living) skills to include hygiene, toileting skills, domestic skills, community skills, social, behavioral and recreational skills and money management
• Upholds the mission and corporate values of St. Coletta and Cardinal Cushing Centers
• Regular attendance and promptly reporting to work at the beginning of the scheduled shift are essential functions of this position
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Special Education >
  Autism
• Special Education >
  Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• Related
  
  Work Experience:

  Experience with special needs population preferred.

  Formal
  
  Education:

  High school diploma

  Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field preferred.

  A valid driver's license.

  Certifications:
  
  Receive initial certification and re-certification as appropriate in the following:

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Safety Care

  Skills/Abilities/
  
  Competencies:

  • Patience
  • Flexibility
  • Common sense and good judgment
  • Dedication
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to work as part of a team
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Gina Rosas
• 405 Washington Street
• Hanover, Massachusetts 02339
• Phone:
• Email: grosas