K-5 Paraprofessional: Lead in Inclusive Classrooms

UCP of Central Florida; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance options

Free life insurance

Paid time off

Discounted on-site childcare

403B/Retirement match

Short & long term disability

Education assistance

Job summary

UCP of Central Florida is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to provide instructional support in a K-12 classroom for students with and without disabilities. You may lead the classroom in a teacher's absence and help implement lesson plans and materials.

You will assist in assessments, data collection, and behavior management, while maintaining positive communication with staff and parents. This role supports UCP's mission to empower children across multiple campuses in Central Florida.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent college credits in education or related field.
• ETS Parapro test score of 464 or higher.
• Experience in a K-12 classroom.
• Experience with children with and without disabilities in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Experience with instructional technology.

Responsibilities

• Implements lesson plans and instructional groups per teacher’s direction.
• Assists in planning and developing/setting up instructional materials for classroom.
• Assists in administering assessments/progress monitoring.
• Documents academic progress through authentic observations and data collection.
• Uses and records behavior techniques and classroom management data.
• Performs teacher duties in absence of the teacher.
• Keeps up on professional development activities and best practices.

Skills

K-12 classroom experience

Disability-inclusive education

Instructional technology

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in education or related field

ETS Parapro test score 464 or higher

Job description

UCP of Central Florida is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to provide instructional support in a K-12 classroom for students with and without disabilities. You may lead the classroom in a teacher's absence and help implement lesson plans and materials.

You will assist in assessments, data collection, and behavior management, while maintaining positive communication with staff and parents. This role supports UCP's mission to empower children across multiple campuses in Central Florida.