Talent Acquisition Team, May Institute·Wilmington, Massachusetts
Provide direct classroom support and implement ABA-based intervention strategies for children and adolescents with autism. Assist lead teachers with IEPs and help students develop communication, social skills, and independence.
Teacher Assistant (TA) – May Center School, Wilmington, MA Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents (ages 3–21) with Autism and developmental disabilities!
As a Teacher Assistant, 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: High School Diploma or GED License: Current valid U.S. driver’s license Availability: Full-time (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–4 PM, some flexibility); year-round program Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities, reliability, compassion, and adaptability Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: $23/hr + $0.50/hr increase after 6 months.
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. #INDEDU
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED and a valid U.S. driver's license. Reliability and strong interpersonal skills are required for this full-time, year-round position.
Market context
In Massachusetts, special education teacher assistant roles are often in steady demand because schools need reliable classroom support for students with diverse learning needs. These positions are competitive when candidates bring empathy, patience, and experience with special needs populations, along with a high school diploma or GED and a valid U.S. driver’s license with at least one year of experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm the original posting and highlight any direct student-support experience in your application.
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