Teacher Assistant

Preschool ESE Teacher’s Assistant - Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Pay Rate: $15/hr.

Full-Time Monday- Friday 8:45am-3:45pm

Are you passionate about helping children with developmental disabilities and their families? Do you want to grow your career with a supportive and innovative organization? If so, Arc Broward is the place for you!

About Us: Arc Broward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with developmental disabilities and other life challenges.

Why Work at Arc Broward?

• We put the CARE in CAREER!
• We are a leader in developmental disabilities services.
• We offer a mission-driven, supportive, and innovative work environment.
• We value our team members and foster a people-first culture.
• We provide top-notch training through our Arc Educates program.
• We prioritize professional growth, recognition, and appreciation events.

About the Role: Teacher Assistant

• Support children (ages 3-5) with special needs in a year-round developmental preschool program.
• Work as part of an amazing team to make learning exciting.
• Work as a team to provide a nurturing positive learning environment.
• Share your own interests and talents.

Perks & Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 23 days (about 5 weeks!) of PTO per year
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage including HSA with employer matching & FSA options
• Comprehensive Dental & Vision Coverage
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance with option to increase coverage voluntarily
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Insurance Plans including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Aid & ID Theft
• Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Ongoing Professional Development through Arc Educates

What are the requirements?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with children (preferably children with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges)
• Must successfully complete required screening: Level II background check, physical and drug screen
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• You have the physical abilities to bend, lift, stand, squat, walk, run, balance, reach, kneel, pull, and push while working with children and adolescents.
• Must provide documented verification of completion of the 40-hour childcare training that is mandated by the state of Florida, if completed any of the coursework or exams. If coursework/exams have not been initiated, must begin this training within 90 days from the date of employment and complete all 40 hours within one year from the date they are hired.

Key Words: Developmental Disabilities, Special Needs, Childcare, Paraprofessionals

When can you start? We are looking for new team members to start ASAP! We have various shifts to fill at several locations in Broward County. Come join the Arc Broward family!

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities.