ESE Micro School Teacher Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: Service Location - Pembroke Pines, FL, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, ESE Micro School Teacher’s Assistant
Teacher’s Aide – Microschool for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
 
About Us:
 
Behavioral Initiatives is a family-owned company based in Pembroke Pines, FL, with a mission to provide high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges.
Our new Microschool is a dynamic, inclusive, and therapeutic learning environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We focus on small class sizes, individualized instruction, and strong collaboration among educators, therapists, and families.
Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Teacher’s Aide to support the Lead Teacher in our microschool classroom. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team creating a student-centered learning environment from the ground up. The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, and eager to contribute to a nurturing and structured setting where every child is supported and celebrated.
Status: Part Time (25 Hours weekly)– In Person
Key Responsibilities:

Support the Lead Teacher in managing a class of up to six students (ages 5–10) at a 3:1 student-to-staff ratio
Assist in delivering individualized and group instruction
Implement behavior support strategies under the guidance of BCBAs and RBTs
Facilitate transitions, classroom routines, and activities of daily living
Help collect data on academic and behavioral progress
Contribute to a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development
Qualifications: Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of experience working with children (required)
Experience with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)  (preferred)
High school diploma or equivalent (required); some college coursework in education, psychology, or a related field is a plus
Calm, patient, and dependable with strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) is a plus
RBT certification a plus 
Training and certification support available for candidates not yet certified
Willingness to learn and take direction in a multidisciplinary environment
Because consistency is key to our mission, we ask that all team members commit to a minimum of one year in this role.
 

Benefits:

$18/hour pay rate
8:30am-1:30pm 
Ongoing training and development in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis
Supportive, collaborative work environment
 

Extended Opportunity:

Teacher’s Aides will also have the opportunity to earn additional income as an RBT by providing 1:1 ABA therapy sessions after school hours and on non-operational school days (aligned with the Broward County Schools calendar), paid hourly. This is an excellent option for those interested in growing their experience in ABA and supplementing their income.