Caregiver & Shadow Teacher (Kingston, Jamaica)

Needed for urgent employment

For a neuro-divergent toddler in Kingston, Jamaica. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one support to child to help in the development of his academics, social and behavioral skills in a learning environment
• Provide support with major developmental milestones such as potty training, getting dressed, communicating needs, self-feeding, etc
• Work alongside, learn from and apply therapeutic interventions as prescribed by therapists, specialists and clinicians
• Accompany child to medical and other appointments/activities and provide wholistic care and support

Requirements:

• Must love children, be detail oriented, organized, patient, focused, disciplined, respectful, and attentive to the child's needs
• Must live in Kingston, preferably in close proximity to or in the Pembrook Hall, Hagley Park, Havendale, Duhaney Park, or Molynes areas
• HEART certified in Early Childhood Development, or in special needs/special education or other suitable qualifications in the field of education. Must be youthful, energetic, engaging, creative, computer literate with the capacity to independently research and apply support techniques to child
• Must pass a thorough background check inclusive of a police record as well as a rigorous interview process
• Experience working with autistic children in particular a plus
• Knowledge of psychology or social work a plus
• Must be committed for long term employment. Please serious applicants ONLY

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with all the government of Jamaica leave entitlements
• Overtime pay applicable in accordance with Jamaica Labour Laws when service is provided beyond normal work hours

Applications:

Send resumes and cover letters to: caregivershadowteacher@gmail.com.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an application form and assessments. Final shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo a comprehensive medical examination.