What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant (Floater) position at Easter Seals Florida?
Salary will be $18.00 per hour
Work schedule is between 7:00 am to 5:30 pm (and will fluctuate), Monday through Friday
Are you looking for a career opportunity that makes a difference in your community? Are you passionate about working with children? Easterseals Florida is seeking an Teacher Assistant to join our team in our newest program, The School for Limitless Learning. With its play-based curriculum and inclusive approach to education for children who are neurodiverse or have other related disabilities, this new private school represents a significant milestone in our community.
What we offer:
- Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities (Internal and external)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
- 403B Retirement Savings Plan
- Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
- Work Life Balance
- The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization
In addition to outstanding benefits, Easterseals Florida offers a discount rate on childcare for eligible children to our staff.
A snapshot of what you'll do:
- Provide a positive, safe, stimulating, and inclusionary learning environment
- Assist in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities
- Assist in recognizing, adapting teaching strategies, and addressing the individual needs of each child
- Collaborate with the lead educator to maintain open and effective communication with parents and families
- Float to various classrooms to provide breaks and coverage
Qualifications:
- National Early Childhood Credential (CDA/NECC) preferred
- Successful completion of the Florida Department of Children & Families 45-hour Child Care Training in early childhood education
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 to 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.
For more information about the School for Limitless Learning, please go to https://eastersealsflorida.e3applicants.com/about-us/coming-soon-school-for-limitless-learning
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