Instructional Assistant

Broward County Public Schools•Coral Springs, FL

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant works under teacher or administrator supervision to provide classroom support that enhances instruction and supports individualized education programs. The role provides care, safety, and supervision to students, assists with instructional activities and materials, and supports classroom operations. The position is based at Park Springs Elementary in Coral Springs and follows a 189-day work calendar. Compensation is $15.84–$22.51 per hour; new hires start at the minimum of the assigned salary range.

Requirements

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) testing program.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
Computer skills as needed for the position.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of the Principles of Teaching (formerly Teacher Assisting Curriculum) at the designated technical college in the Broward County School District; or a passing score on the ParaPro Test or another officially sanctioned standard test demonstrating ability to assist in instruction in reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics or readiness skills; or an associate degree from an accredited institution or at least 60 semester hours of earned college credit from an accredited institution.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Create instructional materials under the direct supervision of a teacher.
Supervise and escort students throughout the school to support their safety and welfare.
Provide classroom-related clerical support, including daily notes, student folders, and data collection.
Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids as directed by the teacher.
Maintain a safe classroom through general housekeeping and keeping areas free of obstructions.
Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
Assist in supervising nap and rest periods as needed.
Provide care for children when the teacher is absent for no more than 30 minutes; this does not include substitute teaching.
Construct and design tests and worksheets according to teacher-provided guidelines.
Follow up on lessons presented by the teacher according to provided guidelines.
Supervise small-group discussions and student activities.
Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
Use programs with groups of students.
Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and restroom functions (which may include diapering or catheterization), mobility (including lifting, positioning, or transferring), feeding, adaptive equipment, and behavioral support (which may include implementing PBIP and positive crisis management skills).
Perform and promote activities in compliance with the School Board’s equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
Participate in training to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature, and technical information related to job responsibilities.
Follow safety rules and procedures and applicable federal, state, and School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.