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Paraprofessional - ESE Behavior

UCP of Central Florida·Orlando, Florida

$17 - $18/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 2 days ago
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About the role

Collaborate with teachers to implement tailored academic, social, and emotional strategies for students with intense behavior needs. Responsibilities include executing IEP goals, collecting behavioral data, and providing direct caretaking and classroom support.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • UCP
  • Downtown
  • BETA
  • Campus -
  • Orlando,
  • FL 32807Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 2
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $17.00 - $18.00
  • 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 This position works in a K-12th grade ESE Behavior classroom supporting classes of approximately 9 students with more intense behavior needs with a 1:3 ratio of staff/student. The primary role of the LTA is to collaborate closely with the teacher and teacher assistant to implement tailored strategies to support students achieving high levels academically, socially, and emotionally.
  • Job
  • Responsibilities: Implement individual education plan (IEP) goals as directed by teacher including providing small group instruction. Utilize and ensure consistent implementation of behavior techniques and classroom management techniques and collect required data. Assist in implementing individual behavior plan. Assist in setting up instructional materials and equipment, including enrichment materials for each unit, so that maximum use may be made of resources. Implements lessons plan including instructional groups per teacher’s direction. Assist in administering assessments/progress monitoring. Assist with the implementation and compliance of the MTSS process and support social skills implementation and documentation. Works with the teacher in documenting academic progress through authentic observations and data collection. Utilize and ensure consistent implementation of behavior techniques and classroom. Assist in the communication with therapists and Outside Service Provider and incorporate suggestions into classroom activities. 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 training, meetings and events. Ensure the 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: Associate Degree/Equivalent College Credits or a
  • Parapro
  • Certificate
  • CPI
  • Trained
  • Behavior coursework
  • Minimum
  • Experience: 1 year or more classroom experience working with classroom grade population. Prefer experience working with students with disabilities/students with behavior needs. Strong behavior skills Experience tracking data

Requirements

Requires an Associate Degree, equivalent college credits, or a Parapro Certificate, along with at least one year of classroom experience. Preference is given to candidates with experience working with students with disabilities and strong behavior tracking skills.

  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Behavior Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Classroom Management
  • Data Collection
  • Small Group Instruction
  • IEP Implementation
  • CPI Training
  • MTSS Process
  • Social Skills Implementation
  • Student Caretaking

Benefits

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

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $18/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Closes
Aug 2, 2026
Application
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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
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Florida ESE behavior paraprofessional role

Florida schools regularly need paraprofessionals who can support students with disabilities and behavior needs, especially in ESE settings. This role is competitive because it asks for both formal preparation and hands-on classroom experience, plus CPI training; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. If you apply, make sure your resume clearly shows classroom support experience and any behavior-intervention or de-escalation training.

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