Teacher Assistant

Advocates Darnell School - Hudson, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5958051

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Starting Rate: $21.50/hour

The Teacher Assistant will implement student programming in a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio, directly supporting students in reaching their individualized education plan (IEP) goals. You will implement academic and behavior support strategies, while collecting and tracking data to monitor progress. You will also join students in the community, supporting their learning outside of the classroom.

The Darnell School is a program of Advocates and is a 221-day-per-year ABA school program serving students ages 9-22 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges. Our mission is to teach, support and empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices. We offer spacious classrooms with ample opportunity for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation.

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Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a close-knit community that values ideas and contributions from staff.

• Implement student individualized education plan (IEP) goals
• Implement behavior support plans
• Collect data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system or via paper and pencil
• Accompany and teach students in the community
• Transport students in the community, as needed
• Attend weekly classroom staff meetings
• Attend monthly school wide trainings
• Maintain certifications (First Aid, CPR, Safety Care)

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $21 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education >
Alternative Learning Environment

• High School Diploma
• Skills in effective communication, include spoken and written English
• Must successfully pass background checks. Must have valid driver's license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to vehicle to be used as directed and when needed for transport.

• Eleni Karapatsas , Senior Recruiter
• Advocates
• 1881 Worcester Rd
• Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
• Phone:
• Email: EKarapatsas