Paraprofessional - Performing Arts

Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

Job Specifications:

Requires a general knowledge of performing arts disciplines and will assist in partnership with administrators and classroom teachers to integrate performing arts (music, drama, and dance) into curriculum. Successful candidate will have gained experience through education, training, and/or involvement in community based arts organizations. Must have experience working with students (k-12th grade), a positive approach to working with families and staff, and the ability to assist in managing a busy classroom while remaining dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment.


Job Responsibilities:

• Provide direct, instructional support, coaching and guidance to teachers integrating performing arts within their classrooms and embedded throughout the curriculum(s).
• Develop, select and model lessons that meaningfully integrate the performing arts (music, dance, and drama/theater) as an instructional strategy and incorporate use of arts integration.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop plans to improve student performance in academic subjects through arts integrations.
• Assists teachers in developing accommodations and adaptations to ensure full participation of all students
• Assists teachers in creating an arts integrated classroom environment that provide for student involvement in the learning process and enables each students to achieve their learning objectives by coaching and guiding teachers.
• Provide input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods in arts integration.
• Participates in and delivers arts integration professional development to families and staff members.
• Assist in creation and implementation of performances (i.e. Shareperformances, shows, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

What UCP Offers

Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.

UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Education and Training:

• G.E.D. or High School Diploma

AND

• 4 years of documented training in performing arts discipline

AND

• 45 Hour Department of Children and Family Training within 90 days if working in PreK

Minimum Experience:

• 2 years or more experience teaching performing arts to children.
• Experience coordinating performances and field trips.
• Prefer experience working with students with special needs in a multi-disciplinary setting