ESE Teacher Aide/Paraprofessional

The Ahfachkee School is part of the Seminole Tribe of Florida has about 200 students between all the K-12 grade levels so we offer small class sizes, traditional culture preservation, and plenty of resources! We follow Florida standards for the curriculum however we fall under the Bureau of Indian Education so we're not part of the county. The staff schedule is full-time Monday through Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm.

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//www.seminolewarriors.net/ Note this is for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year that starts around August. The school is located on the Big Cypress Reservation at 31055 Josie Billie Highway, Clewiston, FL 33440. This is not in the main city of Clewiston, rather 45 minute drive south. It is about a 45 minute drive east of Immokalee. Coming from Weston it would be about a 55 minute drive to the west on I-75. We do provide a fuel stipend if you live more than 40 miles away. Position Summary The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing instructional and clerical work necessary to assist the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher at the Ahfachkee School in planning, preparing, and delivering classroom instruction. The ESE Instructional Aide assists the ESE Teacher in providing instructional assistance to children and young students with disabilities, teaching them independent life skills, basic literacy, communication and math using or modifying the general education curriculum to meet the student's individual needs. This position is classified as a Paraprofessionl-42; which requires a 42 week work period (approximately 10 months), paid across a 42 week (10 month) pay cycle.

Qualifications / Requirements

Associate's Degree is required. Must have earned a 464 or higher score on the Praxis ParaPro Assessment Test, or must have earned a minimum of sixty (60) college hours. Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License is required. Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills including English written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft software programs. Demonstrate excellent communication skills when interacting with parents and children. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes school events held on evenings, weekends and holidays. About STOF The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a federally recognized Native American Tribe and sovereign Tribal Government, dedicated to providing high quality care and services to its members who reside on reservations throughout South Florida; Hollywood, Big Cypress, Brighton, Fort Pierce, Immokalee, Tampa and two satellite offices located in Naples and Miami (Trail). With our Headquarters based in Hollywood, Florida, The Seminole Tribe of Florida has approximately 2,000 employees spread throughout our Reservations. The Tribe has developed numerous employment opportunities through a broad range of services such as Accounting, Education, Public Works, Media Productions, Community Planning, Recreation, Credit & Finance, Health, Museum, Public Safety, Legal, Information Technology and Elder Services, along with many others. The Seminole Tribe of Florida has more non-contiguous reservations than any tribe in North America. Take a walk through our six reservations by following visiting us online at www.semtribe.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): The schedule is a Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm. It is to work with all ages so you may be asked to float between K to 12th grade. The Ahfachkee School is located on the Big Cypress Reservation which is not in the main city of Clewiston, rather 45 minute drive south. It is about a 45 minute drive east of Immokalee and an hour drive west of Weston. Are you ok with the schedule and able to reliably commute to 32000 Josie Billie Highway Clewiston, FL 33440? Are you a current or previous Seminole Tribe of Florida Employee? This includes their businesses such as the Hard Rock and Casinos. If so, please indicate position, department, and employment dates. Are you a Tribal Member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida? If not Seminole FL, are you a registered member of another federally recognized Native American Tribe? If Yes, please specify Tribe.

Note:

A Native American Tribal Document is not required to establish work eligibility, but it must be presented upon hire for classifications purposes.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Praxis ParaPro Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person