Teacher Assistant - Academy South

Broward Children's Center; Florida; On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Step Up Scholarship for Students with

Private Therapy Services

Breakfast, lunch and snacks

Employee Daycare

Job summary

Broward Children's Center seeks a dedicated assistant to support educational programs for children and young adults who are medically fragile or developmentally disabled. The role includes helping implement daily activities, supervising students, and assisting with transportation and safety procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, six months of related experience, CPR/First Aid, and a 45-hour DCF child-care course.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least six months related experience.
• CPR/First Aid Certification and Florida Driver's License required.
• 45 Hours Child-care Course (DCF) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist with afterschool and summer camp curriculum.
• Plan and prepare learning environments and materials for daily activities.
• Work with students in small groups or one-on-one to support instruction.
• Supervise outdoor play, lunchroom activities, and field trips as needed.
• Perform clerical tasks and attend trainings and staff meetings.
• Assist with transportation duties and safety procedures as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer Basics

Communication Proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Assists teacher in all aspects of the educational programs.Broward Children’s Center (BCC) is dedicated to transforming lives by providing specialized care to children and young adults who are medically fragile and developmentally disabled. Our comprehensive services range from 24/7 skilled nursing at our pediatric care facility to developmental education programs, therapeutic support, and family-centered services like respite care, social services, and in-home health support.With unique programs including ABA therapy, developmental preschools, K-12, Home Health and PPEC outpatient care, BCC ensures each individual receives tailored support to thrive. Our team also takes part in community events, such as our annual 5K and golf tournament, creating a vibrant, mission-driven workplace.“With your support, Broward Children’s Center (BCC) provides quality programs to infants, children, and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families.”If you’re passionate about impactful work and a supportive team environment, BCC may be the perfect place for your career.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months related experience.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCLASSROOM DUTIES:Assist in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher.Implementing the afterschool and summer camp curriculum.Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies for students’ daily activities.Work individually or in small groups with students to review classroom instruction, provide reading activities, or assist answering questions.Assist with supervising outside playground activities.Help with general housekeeping tasks.Perform clerical tasks.Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences, including in-service training as may be required by the contractual agreements and/or Company.Operate and care for instructional equipment used in the classroom.Assist with the supervision of students outside the classroom such as: field trips to assist with student supervision and safety, during play period, lunchroom activities, dismissal, etc.Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the schoolBUS/TRANSPORTATION DUTIES:When assigned to drive follows driver job description, Department of Transportation and Department of Children and Families regulations.Bus attendants must follow Department of Children and Families Regulations.Assists in loading and unloading of children.Reports interior repairs (seat belts, car seats, etc.).Secures children into age appropriate safety devicesAttends to children as needed.Follows emergency procedures.Remains in Bus at all times except for using the lift.If child becomes ill (seizures, vomits) attends to child as driver pulls to side of road.If incident requires medical attention have driver call 911 on cellular phone.In the event the vehicle becomes disabled call school on cellular phone for instructions.In the event of an accident call 911 and notify the school for instructions.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGULATIONSValid Florida Driver's License, CPR/FIRST AID CertificationDepartment of Children and Families 45 Hours Child-care Course (Required)CompetenciesInterpersonal skillsComputer BasicsCommunication ProficiencyLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and comprehend educational and transportation instructions. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and taste or smell. The employee is required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Employee ChildcareBCC offers valuable childcare programs to support our employees and their families:Step Up Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (Pre-K up to 8th grade). We offer Private Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.Early Learning Coalition of Broward County School Readiness Program (for children ages 1 up to 3 years old). Early Steps Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.Employee Daycare (for ages 1 year through 5 years old), available, inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and snacks.Broward County Non-School Days: We offer our employees childcare when Broward County has non-school days (winter break, spring break, thanksgiving break), with the exception of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas day, etc.).Join BCC and enjoy a supportive, robust benefits program designed to help you thrive in both your personal and professional life.BCC/CCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.