Job detail
Special Needs Classroom Assistant
The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/19/2026
Location
Riviera Beach, Florida
Salary
$17 - $18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The assistant will collaborate with special educators and therapists to support students' learning and daily care, providing one-On-One and small-Group instructional and behavioral assistance. Responsibilities also include assisting students with personal needs like toileting, feeding, and mobility, while maintaining a safe and welcoming classroom environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or ged and demonstrate a compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to student care. Preferred experience includes working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities, and the ability to pass background checks is mandatory.
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