Teacher Assistant / Van Driver — Special Education Private School

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant / Van Driver — Special Education Private School role is onsite in Homestead, FL. Compensation is $14.50 per hour. The Arc of South Florida is a nonprofit agency serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through advocacy and specialized programs. The role assists teachers with children’s care and classroom activities and transports children safely to and from school. It supports the school program by helping implement curricula and education plans while following agency transportation and safety procedures.

What you'll do

• Initiate interactions with children and lead small groups
• assist with care, feeding, diapering, and positioning
• incorporate therapy recommendations under teacher supervision
• assist with curriculum and education plans
• transport children safely and punctually
• complete transportation paperwork and maintain van cleanliness and safety.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

van driver

special education

homestead fl

the arc of south florida

child care

classroom support

student transportation

first aid and cpr

$14.50/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Professional training opportunities
• medical, dental, and vision plans
• paid holidays, vacation, sick, and bereavement leave
• life insurance
• supplemental insurance
• and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Why this role

High school diploma or GED, DCF training, First Aid/Infant/Child CPR, background screening, and drug testing are listed requirements; bilingual ability is preferred.

About the employer

ARC of South Florida is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.