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Special Needs AssistantEpiscopal Children's Services • Gainesville, FL, United States
Special Needs Assistant

Special Needs Assistant

Episcopal Children's Services • Gainesville, FL, United States
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

  • 25 / 26 SY - July Start

JOIN THE ECS4KIDS FAMILY :

At ECS4Kids, we help underserved children in Northeast and Central Florida build a solid foundation for educational success. Give a child a better start, and you dramatically increase the child's odds of being a better person - of having a better life. Partner with us to we create opportunity so that the children we serve can achieve their full potential. ECS4Kids has career opportunities available in several counties throughout Northeast and Central Florida. Thank you for your interest in a career with ECS4Kids. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes :

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 403(b) plan with 5% employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Long-term & short-term disability insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

    The Special Needs Assistant provides individualized classroom support for assigned children with special needs and / or challenging behaviors.

    MAJOR RESPONSIBITIES :

  • Provide individualized support to assigned children to help them participate in classroom activities.
  • Use teaching strategies that illustrate the CLASS philosophy in Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support.
  • Assist classroom Teacher by actively keeping children engaged during large group activities.
  • Purposefully interact with children and extend play and learning.
  • Assist in the assessments and collection of documentation for assigned children.
  • Provide a warm, nurturing, loving and positive environment, using Conscious Discipline positive guidance techniques and upholding the ECS Discipline policy.
  • Develop nurturing relationships with each child that encourage his or her social and emotional development.
  • Maintain all federal, state, local and accreditation standards (these may include those set forth by NAEYC, APPLE, ECS, DCF and Head Start).
  • Follow policies and procedures regarding medical and dental emergencies, short- term exclusion of children, and the administration, handling, and storing of medication.
  • Ensure that safe practices are followed to prevent injuries to children or self.
  • Maintain sanitation and hygiene procedures and participate in the maintenance of the center.
  • Provide and encourage effective communication and relationships with families so that parents feel comfortable talking to staff about their children.
  • Inform parents concerning their children's progress formally and informally, which may include parent notes, portfolios, or parent conferences.
  • Eat with children, encouraging proper eating habits and conversation.
  • Communicate regularly with other staff to better serve children and families, including attending staff meetings, trainings, and sharing information.
  • Follow directions and assignments as given by supervisor.
  • Work collaboratively and attentively with the in-class Coach and Program Support Specialists to meet the needs of assigned children.
  • Maintain appropriate records and maintain confidentiality.
  • (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related marginal duties as required.)

    ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP :

    This position reports to the assigned Center Manager with oversight from the Social Emotional Services Manager and Director of Developmental & Behavioral Services.

    Requirements

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

    High School Diploma or GED, DCF 45-hour training, and one of the following :

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) required
  • An associate degree in child development, special education, early childhood education or related field and experience working with children with special needs highly preferred.
  • Two (2) years relevant training and ECE classroom experience can be substituted for minimum qualifications.
  • SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILIITES :

  • Knowledge of child growth and development as well as developmentally appropriate practices for children
  • Knowledge of the effects of trauma on children's development
  • Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children
  • Ability to exercise control, emotional maturity and maintain appropriate classroom discipline
  • Ability to build and establish collaborative relationships and work effectively with diverse staff and families
  • Demonstrates proper use of grammar and communication skills
  • Knowledge of applicable safety and abuse-reporting procedures
  • Ability to maintain confidential information
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Ability to plan and organize work as well as maintain records
  • A willingness to learn and continue personal education
  • CERTIFICATIONS :

  • Complete TB screening & physical before having direct contact with children. Renew every 2 years.
  • Complete on-line Food Handlers Course Serving Safe Food in Childcare within 90 days of employment.
  • Must have current First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training.
  • Complete a minimum of 15 hours of in-service training annually, July 1- June 30.
  • For non FCCPC holders, apply for FCCPC credential (Birth-5) within 90 days of hire.
  • ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :

  • Work involves constant visual supervision of children and tolerance of loud noise
  • Environment includes indoor classroom and outdoor playground
  • Ability to travel to multiple centers within assigned geographic area. Center assignment may change depending on enrolled children and needs
  • ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS :

  • Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
  • Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
  • Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.
  • (Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)

    Salary Description

    $16.59 - $23.95 per hour

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