Provide instruction and guidance to youth with special needs in accordance with curriculum standards and Individual Education Plans (IEP). Create a safe and successful learning environment that encourages social, emotional, and academic growth.
The ESE/SPED Teacher role provides instruction and guidance to youth within the appropriate grade and/or academic level. Assess and teach youth with special needs in accordance to recognized curriculum standards, and compliance with instructional guidelines as defined by the local School District and educational systems. Primary objective is the realization of AMIkids mission to provide a safe and successful learning environment for youth, while encouraging social and emotional development through the achievement of academic and personal goals.
Essential Job Duties
Identify, prepare, and teach youth appropriately based on results from the Individual Education Plans (IEP), ensure re-assessments are provided as needed,
Effectively implement AMIkids Way (Kids First, Safety, and Family) and key elements of Positive Youth Development (Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Community Involvement, and Challenged & Engaged Programming) and the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (PGM) in all interactions with students,
Actively ensure all interactions reflect Kids First, Safety, Family, Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Challenge and Engaged environment and Community Involvement,
Interactions with youth shall maintain an environment that provides a physically/emotionally safe space for youth and effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals,
to our Team Members are: Teacher Evaluation Bonuses (performance-based), Bonuses for Additional Certificates Attained, Reimbursement for Continued Education, Classroom Pride Funding, Growth Opportunities (we develop our leaders from within); Health Benefits to eligible full-time employees, 9 Paid Holidays and PTO, Wellness Benefits (EAP, Health Coaching), Retirement Plans (yes more than 1) and more! Check out our website to learn more about what we offer! http://www.amikids.org/Our-Careers/why-amikids/benefits
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and a current SPED/ESE Teaching Certification. Experience in teaching or coursework in the primary instruction area is required, with a preference for experience with high-risk youth.
Market context
Certified Exceptional Student Education teachers in Florida are often in demand in settings serving students with diverse learning needs, including programs that support high-risk youth. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree, current SPED/ESE certification, and relevant teaching experience or coursework, with experience in high-risk youth often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show ESE certification, classroom experience, and any work with at-risk students.