Instructional Assistant
About The Position
The Instructional Assistant provides care and supervision to students in the Broward County School System and classroom support that enhances instruction. Working under the direction of a teacher or administrator, the role also supports individualized educational programs, student safety and welfare, instructional and behavioral program delivery, and students’ daily living needs. The position is based at Norcrest Elementary in Pompano Beach. It is a 189-day work calendar, with hours established by the School Board. The position is nonexempt and pays $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 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 program, formerly known as 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 the ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics, or corresponding 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 a teacher’s direct supervision.
- Supervise and escort students throughout the school as required to support their safety and welfare.
- Provide classroom clerical support, including daily notes, student folders, and data collection.
- Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids as directed by the teacher.
- Perform general housekeeping to keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions.
- Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
- Help supervise nap and rest periods as needed.
- 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 student discussions and activities.
- Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
- Use programs with groups of students.
- Support students’ 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 developments, literature, and technical information related to job responsibilities.
- Follow safety rules and procedures, federal and state requirements, and School Board policies.
- Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
