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Teacher Assistant - K-5th

UCP of Central Florida·Orlando, Florida

$15 - $16/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 days ago
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About the role

The Teacher Assistant supports a classroom of K-5th grade students by implementing lesson plans and developing instructional materials. They are also responsible for documenting academic progress, managing student behavior, and maintaining a clean classroom environment.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • UCP
  • Downtown
  • BETA
  • Campus -
  • Orlando,
  • FL 32807Salary
  • Range: $15.00 - $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.
  • 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

Requirements

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 with students with disabilities.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Behavior Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Classroom Management
  • Data Collection
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Parent Communication
  • Assessment Administration
  • Instructional Material Development
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Caretaking

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
0-2 yrs
Salary
$15 - $16/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Closes
Jul 31, 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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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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