Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist is a non-exempt position responsible for providing homework help to youth in reading, writing, spoken English, and basic math skills, along with social and emotional skill building, utilizing Second Step Curriculum and mindful transitions and mindful school curriculum as well as support and enrichment services.

• Assist with homework in concurrence with the Second Step Curriculum development and ongoing class material preparation and delivery
• Assist with homework in a small group format, occasionally one-on-one, in the areas of reading, writing, spoken English, and basic math skills
• Manage small groups, conduct lessons, and make weekly observations as they relate to pro-social behavior outcomes and motivation to learn
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $15.97 per hour
• Part Time Hours = 29 hours per week for 37 weeks school's calendar schedule
• Location: Robinson Elementary - Plant City, FL
• Paid time off based on number of hours worked
• Immediate eligibility for our 403b Savings plan with 25% match
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience in education field/teaching/tutoring preferred, working with youth
• Ability to communicate well with other stakeholders, parents, and the school system
• Ability to work under stressful matters
• Ability to lift and/or carry office supplies, files, etc. up to 25 pounds

WHO WE ARE:

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.