$12,000 Sign-on Bonus!*Monday - Friday schedule, 8:00am-4:00pm No Weekends, No HolidaysAre you looking for a rewarding career working with children with autism? The New England Center for Children is a top special education school in Massachusetts. Students between the ages of 3 and 22 receive year-round services with the curriculum ranging from basic prerequisite skills for learning, including attention, imitation and self-care, to academic skills, such as reading, math and science. As students reach the age of 14, emphasis is placed on vocational skills throughout the school and in the community.School is in session Monday through Friday. The students receive a combination of individual and group instruction depending on their level of functioning and the skills being taught. This position provide direct care and ABA instruction to students in a classroom and/or residential setting. They assist with educational program design, Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) development, and have regular communication with parents and guardians. They are also trained to deescalate challenging behaviors and to always ensure the well-being of our students. Our goal is to improve our students' overall quality of life by working with them to reduce the frequency of problematic behaviors and provide them with the skills needed to promote independence.Benefits-FREE on-site Master’s Programs through Simmons University (MSEd Autism Specialization) and Western New England University (MS Applied Behavior Analysis)-On-site discounted daycare-Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Program-Professional Development and ongoing support -Health and Wellness benefits-Retirement savings and lots of additional perks-Many ways to become involved through Employee Resource Groups, committees, etc.Qualifications-Bachelor's degree or currently enrolled in a degree program -Experience working with children and young adults with autism is highly desired.-Valid Driver’s License-CPR training completion through NECC within 6 months of employment-Medicine Administration training-Successful completion of NECC training program i.e. Physical and Verbal De-escalation training (CALM) trainingNECC is committed to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued.We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community.*Sign-on bonuses are reviewed consistently by leadership and are based on need. The bonus amounts can be adjusted or canceled with or without notice. All sign-on bonuses confirmed at the time the formal offer is accepted will be honored and noted in the formal offer.