Teacher Assistant

Preschool Teacher Assistant/Full Time with 26 Paid Days off Annually

Monday through Friday 8:45 am – 3:45 pm

$17/hour

Are you looking to join an agency that values the tremendous talent and positive impact that you have on children who have special needs and their families? It’s time to join the team of professionals who love what they do, support each other, and make a difference in the lives of so many amazing people!

Arc Broward is looking for an experienced Teacher Assistant to provide students ages 3 – 5 who have special needs with direct supervision, care, and instruction. 

 As a Teacher Assistant in our Afterschool program, you will be a valued member of a dedicated and talented team of people while helping preschool students with disabilities learn, grow, play, and thrive!

What are the Responsibilities of a Teacher Assistant?

• Provides direct supervision, care, and teaching to children with Developmental Disabilities
• Ensures a safe, stimulating, nurturing and therapeutic learning environment
• Provides basic care in all areas of hygiene and toileting, as needed
• Engages children in fun, meaningful activities

What are the requirements?

• You have a high school diploma or GED
• You have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with children (preferably children with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges)
• You’re a positive, compassionate, and supportive person.

What makes Arc Broward great?

• Arc Broward is a leader in the field of Developmental Disabilities and provides excellent professional growth and training
• Arc Broward is forward-thinking and innovative
• Arc Broward values our team members and helps them shine
• Arc Broward puts the CARE in CAREER!

We have fantastic benefits such as:

• Unlimited, generous Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program resources for all staff (and immediate family members) for work-life balance, stress management, and other life challenges
• Traditional benefits, like Paid Time off, Medical, dental, and visioninsurance coverage; Life insurance, Short / Long term disability plans, and supplemental Aflac insurance plans for full time employees.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions

When can you start? We are looking for new team members to start ASAP to 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.

Keywords: Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Special Needs, Preschool, Teacher Assistant