Teacher, Child Development​/Support

Career Opportunities with Gulf Coast JFCS

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The Teacher is a non‑exempt position responsible for the provision of academic instruction in basic academic areas (science, social studies, math, reading, writing, physical education, and English as a Second Language (ESL) based on academic skills assessment completed for each child at the Unaccompanied Children (UC) facility.

• Coordinate with Lead Teacher on the placement of each child based on their academic skills assessment.
• Assist with curricula development and ongoing class material preparation.
• Tutor children in small groups, occasionally one‑on‑one, in the areas of science, social studies, math, reading, writing, physical education, and ESL.
• Coordinate with Lead Teacher on the need for school liaison services or other support and enrichment services that could improve the overall successful adjustment of childrens’ academic life in the United States.
• Complete required program documentation (as per the Agency and Program policies and procedures) according to professional standards.
• Assist with cultural orientation/acculturation to students and families regarding US schools, practices, customs, laws and regulations.
• Assist with planning and publicity for Program events.
• Enter academic reports and progress notes, including transcripts, grades, and assessments, in UC's case files and portal.
• Attend and monitor education field trips.
• Document daily class attendance UC’s case files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• $24.24 per hour PLUS $0.50 per hour for working during 2nd shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working weekend hours
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/ADDD insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in education, human services or a related field;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Two (2) years of experience working with children
• Knowledge of educational teaching skills, human services, human development.
• Experience in education/teaching/tutoring preferred
• Must obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Bilingual communication skills in Spanish /English, required.
• Skilled in cross-cultural or multicultural environments.
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license‑eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board‑Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements:
It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug‑Free Workplace, and E‑Verify employer.