Provide instructional support to teachers by implementing lesson plans and leading small or whole group instruction for students. Assist with the development of Individual Education Plans, student assessments, and the maintenance of a clean, safe classroom environment.
Job DetailsJob Location
UCP
Pine
Hills
Campus -
Orlando,
FL 32808Salary
Range: $16.50 - $18.50 HourlyLooking 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: Instructional Assistant Teacher provide support to teachers including implementing instructional programs, assessing student performance and other tasks as needed by teacher.
Job
Responsibilities: Implements lessons plan including instructional groups per teacher’s direction. Leads small and whole group of instruction for students. Assists teacher in writing lesson plans and Individual Education Plans. 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 teacher 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 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.QualificationsEducation and
Training: AA Degree or 2 years of college credit.
Prefer
Bachelors degree
Minimum
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of classroom experience. Prefer experience working with students with and without disabilities.
Requirements
Requires an Associate degree or two years of college credit, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. A minimum of 3 years of classroom experience is required, preferably working with students with and without disabilities.
associate degree
bachelor degree
Behavior Management
Progress Monitoring
Classroom Management
Data Collection
Compliance Monitoring
Parent Communication
Student Assessment
Small Group Instruction
Lesson Plan Implementation
Individual Education Plans
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Education Support
Short & Long Term Disability
Free Life Insurance
Discounted On-site Childcare
403B/Retirement Match
Posting details
Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $19/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Closes
Jul 31, 2026
Application
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