Instructional Assistant

Broward County Public Schools • Sunrise, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant supports classroom instruction and individualized education programs by providing instructional, behavioral, clerical, safety, and personal-care assistance to students. The position works under the direct supervision of a teacher and, as needed, under the supervision of a teacher or administrator. It also provides care for children when the teacher is absent for up to 30 minutes, excluding substitute teaching. The role works daily with assigned teachers and students and frequently interacts with other school personnel.

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.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the Principles of Teaching course, 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 ability to assist in instruction; 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 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.
• Keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions through general housekeeping.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
• Supervise nap and rest periods as needed.
• Provide care for children when the teacher is absent for up to 30 minutes, excluding substitute teaching.
• Create tests and worksheets using teacher-provided guidelines.
• Follow up on teacher-presented lessons using teacher-provided guidelines.
• Supervise small-group discussions and 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, diapering or catheterization when needed, mobility and transfers, feeding, adaptive equipment, and behavioral support, including PBIP and positive crisis management skills.
• Carry out work in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
• Participate in training related to job responsibilities and individual proficiency.
• Review current 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.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are paid consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED