General Responsibilities:

The Assistant Teacher is in charge of assisting the lead teacher with classroom supervision, developing and implementing lesson plans, leading classroom activities, and communicating with parents in a special education classroom setting. The ideal candidate will excel in working with a team, behavior/classroom management, and adapting elementary curriculum for individuals with unique learning needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

included but not limited to:

• Assist the lead teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional, behavioral, and social objectives
• Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned by the lead teacher
• Assist with the organizing and planning of Shabbat shows, publishing parties, and other related events
• Assist with behavior management and modification, as assigned by the lead teacher
• Escort students on campus, as assigned by the lead teacher or administrator
• Monitor students during assigned periods within various school environments or during school-wide activities
• Aid the lead teacher in developing an academic plan for each student; specific to each student’s learning, social and behavioral needs
• Implement behavior/classroom management techniques as instructed by the lead teacher
• Communicate frequently with administration and parents with regards to student progress as instructed by the lead teacher
• Report student concerns directly and immediately to lead teacher and administrator
• Perform related work, as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

General knowledge of special education practices, methods, and techniques for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); ability to collaborate with various educational professionals to address the individual learning, social, and behavioral needs of students with ASD; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students, and administrators.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required. Experience working with students with ASD preferred. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Requirements: Active walking, moving, bending, kneeling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.

Qualifications:

Schedule:

This position is a full-time position. Most of the hours required to work are from 7:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Thru Friday, based on a school calendar year. This position requires flexibility to stay late and arrive early or work weekends during for special events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school
• Special education school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Miami, FL 33129: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person