What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Future Teacher - Summer Learning Academy position at UCP of Central Florida?
Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Summary:
The Counselor-Future Teacher Program/Summer Learning Academy is for a high school junior/senior or early college student interested in pursuing a career in Teacher. This position works directly with students under the direction of a Lead Teacher and Para to provide high quality and engaging instruction as well as attends various professional development session to learn about the field of Teaching.
Responsibilities
- Attend mandatory pre-summer professional development.
- In coordination with the teacher, deliver intentional and engaging academic instruction to students with focus on mitigating school year learning loss/preventing summer learning loss
- Provide small group or individual student support.
- Help ensure all outcome goals are on track to be met, including academic outcomes and social-emotional skill development outcomes.
- Assist with classroom management of students.
- Assist and supervise campers in all aspects of self-care, including dressing and undressing, eating, grooming and hygiene, toileting, and any other areas of daily living. If your camper is self-sufficient in these areas, close supervision and monitoring are still required.
- Attend professional development sessions.
- Other duties as assigned.
What UCP Offers
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
- Minimum of age 16.
Minimum Experience:
- Interest in a career in teaching.
- Prefer experience working with children (i.e. babysitting, volunteering, etc.)
- Commitment to learning to effectively work with children with and without disabilities.
