Special Needs Assistant School Age Teacher

Blue Jay Academy; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15-$$15.50 Hourly

10 days of PTO

Holiday Pay

Discounted Childcare

401K

Job summary

Blue Jay Academy is a private school in Daytona Beach for children with special needs, seeking an educator to support classroom operations and build strong relationships with students and families. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, a background check, and at least 1 year in a licensed childcare facility for special needs.

Shift is 8:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday, with hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Age: at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year in a licensed childcare facility for children with special needs.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Pass a Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Guiding Classroom Operations: support the Lead Teacher in shaping the learning experience.
• Building Meaningful Connections: foster relationships with children and families.
• Fostering a Positive Environment: maintain a clean, nurturing space for the children.

Skills

Team oriented

Relationship building

Communication with families

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

630 N Wild Olive Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32724

Who Are We?

Blue Jay Academy is a private school for children with special needs and disabilities from grades K through 12. Serving Volusia County special needs students, Blue Jay Academy is a progressive school for children who struggle with any type of disability or special need. We work with children that have various special needs, including ADHD, Autism and Processing Deficits.

At Blue Jay Academy we provide a high-quality, friendly and caring environment with therapy in order to increase the academic and behavioral abilities of our students. Our dedicated, child centered program is the most important factor in providing the best services and education to our students.

Location:630 N Wild Olive Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32724

What We Offer:

• $15-$$15.50 Hourly
• 10 days of PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted Childcare
• 401K

Who Are We Looking For?

We're on the lookout for devoted and collaborative educators who are deeply passionate about shaping the future through impactful special education. If you're a team-oriented professional eager to invest and thrive, we're eager to connect with you!

What You’ll Do:

• Guiding Classroom Operations: Support the Lead Teacher in shaping the overall learning experience.
• Building Meaningful Connections: Forge strong relationships with both children and their families.
• Fostering a Positive Environment: Create a consistently positive, clean, and nurturing space for the children under your care.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Age: Be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Certification & Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 1 year in a licensed childcare facility for children with special needs.
• Training Requirements:
  • Possess CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Pass a Background Check.
• Shift : Ability to work 8:00am-2:30pm, Monday-Friday.