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Teacher Assistant - K-5th

UCP of Central Florida

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#HIPAA#CPR/First Aid#Special Education#Non-profit#Inclusive Environment#NAEYC#K-5th Grade#Department of Children and Families#Department of Education
#DCF 45 Hour
OtherOn Site0-2 yrs$15 - $16 / HOURPosted 5 days agoCloses Jul 25

Location

Kissimmee, Florida

Salary

$15 - $16 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Teacher Assistant supports a classroom of 12-22 elementary students by implementing lesson plans and developing instructional materials. They are also responsible for documenting academic progress, managing student behavior, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and obtain DCF 45-hour certification and CPR/First Aid training. Preference is given to those with at least one year of experience in an elementary classroom, particularly working with students with disabilities.

high schoolprofessional certificateComplianceBehavior ManagementProgress MonitoringClassroom ManagementData CollectionParent CommunicationAssessment AdministrationInstructional Material DevelopmentLesson Plan ImplementationCaretaking

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

  • UCP
  • Osceola
  • Campus -
  • Kissimmee,
  • FL 34741Salary
  • Range: $14.75 - $16.00
  • HourlyJob
  • Category: EducationLooking 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
  • Summary: The Teacher Assistant assists the Teacher/Para in supporting a classroom of 12-22 elementary (K-5th grade) students.
  • Job
  • Responsibilities: Implements lessons plan including instructional groups per teacher’s direction. Assists in planning and developing/setting up instructional materials for classroom. Assist in administering assessments/progress monitoring. Works with the teacher in documenting academic progress through authentic observations and data collection. Utilize and ensure consistent implementation of behavior techniques and classroom management techniques and data collection. Perform Paraprofessional duties in his/her absence. Keep up on best and promising practices for education (i.e., attending professional development, participating in book studies, etc.) Provide caretaking/housekeeping duties as needed (i.e., changing of students, keeping classroom clean) Maintain positive staff and parent interactions and communication. Attend required trainings, meetings and events. Ensure administration is informed of all parent and individual student concerns and complaints. Ensure compliance with procedures, requirements and guidelines set forth by UCP, HIPAA, NAEYC, Department of Education, 4C, Department of Children and Families, and other State and Federal agencies. Perform other duties as 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 may 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.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Education Support
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Discounted On-site Childcare
  • 403B/Retirement Match

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UCP of Central Florida

UCP of Central Florida is dedicated to providing children equal access to programs, services, and experiences that help them achieve their full potential. We are a nonprofit organization that operates Inclusive Charter Schools, Multidisciplinary Therapy Clinics, Specialized...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
HQOrlando, Florida
Founded1955

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  • QualificationsEducation and
  • Training: G.E.D. or High School Diploma DCF 45 hour within 90 days of hire if doing after care/summer or camp.
  • CRP/First
  • Aid
  • Training
  • Minimum
  • Experience: Prefer at least 1 year experience working with children in an elementary classroom setting. Prefer experience working with students with disabilities
  • Market context

    K-5 Teacher Assistants Are Often In Demand

    Florida elementary schools commonly need teacher assistants to support classroom routines, small-group instruction, and student supervision, especially in K-5 settings serving students with disabilities. This role can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED plus DCF 45-hour certification, CPR/First Aid training, and prior elementary classroom experience. Before applying, confirm your certification timeline and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.

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