Teacher Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Career Campus & On Campus Transition (OCT) The Arc Jacksonville is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support both the Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) programs. This position helps young adults with intellectual and developmental differences build vocational skills, gain independence, explore career pathways, and prepare for meaningful employment and successful transitions into adulthood through classroom instruction, community-based learning, internships, and post-secondary experiences. Position Overview: The Teaching Assistant provides direct support to both Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) programs by assisting with instruction, student support, admissions, documentation, community-based learning experiences, and daily program operations. This position works alongside program staff to help students build life skills, explore career opportunities, grow in independence, and prepare for meaningful futures after high school. Key Responsibilities: · Support both Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) by working directly with students in classroom, campus, and community settings. · Assist with teaching lessons and helping students build job skills, independence, social skills, and other skills needed for adulthood. · Help with the admissions process, including communicating with families, organizing application materials, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new students. · Assist with lesson planning, classroom activities, and creating learning experiences based on student needs and program goals. · Help plan and lead new student orientations for both programs. · Support and supervise field trips, campus activities, community outings, and other student experiences. · Work closely with program staff to help coordinate daily activities and ensure programs run smoothly. · Maintain student records, attendance, progress notes, and other required documentation. · Monitor student progress and provide support as students work toward their educational, employment, and personal goals. · Attend meetings, assist with scheduling, and help complete administrative tasks as needed. · Work collaboratively with other departments, including education, employment, and student support teams, to ensure students receive the services they need. · Help coordinate internships, work experiences, and other community-based learning opportunities for students. · Assist with summer programs, camps, and special projects throughout the year. · Provide general support wherever needed across both programs and help create a positive and meaningful experience for students. · Transport students safely to and from campus, internships, community outings, field trips, and other program-related activities. · Step in as needed to provide support and coverage for the Xplore program and assist with program operations.