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Teacher Assistant
The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the ESE Teacher in providing appropriate assistance to children; participating in snack time, clean-up, and daily upkeep of classrooms; implementing feeding programs and toilet training programs; and ensuring the delivery of quality programs and services for people served.
Duties include but are not limited to:
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Follows ESE Teacher’s directions in the classroom
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Works daily with assigned activity groups on individual IEP goals and objectives.
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Provides appropriate assistance to children.
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Implement feeding programs and demonstrate proper techniques.
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Implement toileting training programs and change children as needed.
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Assists children daily in tooth brushing, hand washing, and dressing skills.
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Supervises children properly during playground and free play activities.
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Participates in lunchtime, clean-up, laundry responsibilities, and classroom upkeep daily.
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Follows proper health and safety rules for toileting and changing children.
Education and Work Requirements:
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High school diploma/GED
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DCF 45-hour childcare certificate (within 1 year of hire).
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Must be able to effectively communicate in English (read, write, and speak) with employees, peers, supervisors, program participants, and external stakeholders
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Effective problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
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Must have an understanding of diverse families and their needs and ways to support them; must demonstrate a reliable, punctual, and stable working style and be able to work productively with
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Must pass a Level II background check, a pre-employment physical and a drug screen and PPD
Salary: starting at $15.00/hr.
Location: Fort Lauderdale
ESE teacher
The ESE Teacher is responsible for the implementation of high-quality, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate instruction and child care to meet the individual needs of young children and their families.
Duties include but are not limited to:
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Completes a developmental assessment for each student within six weeks of enrollment and annually thereafter.
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Develops an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each student annually.
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Participates in the initial IEP staffing and each annual review.
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Works with students both individually and in small groups on individual program goals.
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Implements physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs within the classroom.
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Writes daily lesson plans.
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Completes quarterly progress reports for each student and sends copies to the family.
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Communicates regularly with parents/guardians and records on Parent/Agency contact form.
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Assists and trains assistant teachers in implementing programs.
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Carries out toilet training programs.
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Assists children in tooth brushing, hand washing, and dressing skills.
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Completes annual reviews and quarterly incentives for teacher assistants and submits to Preschool Director for review/approval.
Education and Work Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university with a valid Florida Professional teaching certificate in Pre-K Primary
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One (1) year of teaching experience.
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Previous supervisory experience.
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Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
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Ability to handle multiple priorities.
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Must be able to maintain professional and cooperative relationships with parents, colleagues, and other professionals.
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Excellent administrative, clerical, and organizational skills.
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Effective problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
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Must pass a Level II background check, a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and PPD.
Working Conditions: Primary duties are in an office/preschool environment with moderate noise levels (year-round school).
Salary: $51,000.00 per year
Location: Fort Lauderdale