Paraprofessional / ABA Instructor
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May Center School for Autism - W. Springfield, MA
May Institute
West Springfield, Massachusetts
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Job Description
The May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities West Springfield and Chicopee campuses are currently accepting resumes for a full-time Instructor to provide educational services to children and adolescents, ages 3-22, with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. We provide full-day, year-round educational and vocational services for children and adolescents from preschool to age 22, using proven methods of treatment and teaching based on the latest clinical and applied research.
Come join our dynamic team! As an Instructor, you would be placed in a classroom to support students individually in our 1:1 student to staff ratio school. You will receive in - depth training with each student in your class and rotate to work with several students in your classroom each day. In addition to working directly with students, there will be time devoted to training, meetings and student case management to best support the students we serve.
What sets us apart:
Strong team collaboration with dedicated professionals across multiple disciplines
Consistent 40 hours with no concern of client session cancellations
Thorough onboarding training program to support your new role and set you up for success in the classroom
Responsive leadership team available to classrooms for support throughout the day
Fantastic compensation package
Competitive hourly rate
Generous paid time off and Holiday pay
Health, dental and vision insurance and more
Tuition reimbursement, mentoring program and other career advancement support
Flexible schedule start time
Arrive between 7 AM - 8:10 AM Monday through Friday in this start time window. ** Note once per week classrooms have a required morning meeting starting at 7 AM or 7:40 AM but otherwise you decide when you want to come in during the start window each day that best suits your needs. Work until at least 3:30 each day if you choose the 7 AM start.
The Instructor position opens the door for professional development by providing excellent training in the fields of special education and ABA with future opportunities for people interested in becoming a special education teacher or behavior analyst.
For six decades, May Institute has set the national standard for providing comprehensive, research-based services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities, brain injury and mental illness. May Institute blends science with service to help make progress possible for thousands of children, adults, and families each year.
Join us in our mission to promote independence, choice, dignity and respect for those we serve.
Responsibilities
Implement teaching protocols and behavior support plans
Work in a fast-paced educational environment
Deliver student instruction using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
Record and analyze data
Provide case management
Manage behavioral crisis
Provide transportation of students within the community as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
Working knowledge and experience with Applied Behavior Analysis preferred
Previous experience working with children or adults with autism preferred
Experience managing challenging behaviors preferred
Valid US driver's license preferred
Availability to work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday including summer
- Job Categories : Classroom Teacher > Alternative Learning Environment
Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment
Special Education > Autism
Special Education > Life Skills
Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities
Instructional Support > Individual Aide
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Employer Description
May Institute is an award-winning nonprofit organization that provides educational, rehabilitative, and behavioral healthcare services to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities, brain injury, mental illness, and behavioral health needs.
The organization is one of the largest and most well-respected providers of services and special education schools for children and adults with autism and other special needs in Massachusetts and in the U.S. Learn more about us...
Location Description
The May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in West Springfield, Massachusetts, provides educational services to children and adolescents ages 3-22, with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. It is one of May Institute's four special education schools in Massachusetts and California for students with autism and other special needs.
The classrooms have 1:1 staff to student ratios, and our highly trained staff utilize the most effective methods of working with autistic children. Classroom activities emphasize all areas of a child's development, including communication, language, social, school readiness, self-care, and play skills. Learn more about us...
Equal Opportunity Employer
May Institute is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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