Teacher Assistant-Preschool - (Sp. Ed. Private School)

Job Description

Job Description

About our agency:

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.

General Responsibilities of the Teacher Assistant :

• Under the supervision of the Regional Director/Principal, Assistant Principal, Educational Supervisor and Classroom Teacher, the Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the teacher in the overall supervision of the classroom and ensuring the health and safety of all children in attendance many of whom have special needs. 

• The Teacher Assistant is actively involved in all aspects of the program including but not limited to direct interaction with the children, families and staff of The Arc of South Florida.   

• The Teacher Assistant is responsible for keeping the site clean and organized, assisting with record keeping and evaluation of children and carrying out other duties as requested by supervisors.

Minimum School and Training Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or equivalency. CDA or FCCPC preferred.   

2. Complete 45-hour and 10-hour training required by the Department of Children and Families of all childcare workers if required by program.   

3. Experience working with children preferred.   

4. First Aid / Infant/child CPR within the required time frame of the specific program.   

5. Maintain ongoing professional development training according to program design.

Duties - including but not limited to:

1. Initiate interactions with children including physical and verbal interactions that are developmentally appropriate, caring and nurturing.   

2. Lead small groups of activities in the classroom.   

3. Participate in all aspects of care of children including diapering, feeding and positioning.   

4. Incorporate therapy recommendations into daily routine under supervision of teacher.   

5. Use developmentally appropriate practices.   

6. Assist teacher in implementing curriculum through school program curricula.    

7. Assist teacher in implementing the Family Support Plan, Education Plan or specific grant program.