Teacher Assistant K-12 (Sp. Ed. Private School)

Job Opportunity at The Arc of South Florida Inc.

The Arc of South Florida Inc. is a nonprofit private agency serving the community since 1953. Our mission is to ensure the rights of all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities through effective advocacy and to provide specialized programs and services to help clients lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. We believe in the potential of each individual's ability to live, work, learn and play in their communities. Are you looking for a job where what you do makes an impact in your community? Are you seeking a position that makes you feel good about the work you do every day and where you know you are making a difference, even behind the scenes? Working at The Arc is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, passion, and commitment to helping people with disabilities, families, and the community, you might be what we are looking for.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in creating and maintaining a room arrangement that is clean, interesting, and stimulating so the child may explore and grow.
• Assist with gathering the necessary teaching materials before they are needed.
• Ensure children are supervised at all times - in the classroom, lunchroom, bathroom, and on the playground.
• Assist with the children's care, such as changing clothes, washing hands, tying shoes, and more.
• Perform other functions, as directed, relevant to the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Complete DCF Training hours in a specified period of time
• First Aid/Infant/Child CPR within the required time frame of the specific program.
• Bilingual (Preferred)
• Level 2 Background check and drug test
• Authorization to work in the USA
• Must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

What We Offer

• Professional Training Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Bereavement
• Life Insurance
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• Retirement Plan 403B
• Family-friendly environment
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

Job Type: Full-time or Part-Time

Salary: $14.00 non-negotiable

The Arc of South Florida, Inc. follows all DCF and CDC guidelines for COVID safety.

The Arc of South Florida Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Positions requiring background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse must include the Education & Awareness link:

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. These may differ according to the age and functioning level of the child.

This position is subject to continuation of funding from government and private funding sources and grants.