Special Education Teacher​/Para​/Instructor

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 and paid holidays!
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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