Instructional Assistant (Grant/Special Funding) (Part Time)
About The Position
The Instructional Assistant provides classroom support that enhances the instructional process and helps deliver individualized education programs. Under the direct supervision of a teacher, the assistant helps create and prepare instructional materials, supports classroom activities, and provides student care and supervision. The role also provides classroom-related clerical support, helps maintain a safe and orderly environment, and assists with students’ daily living and behavioral needs as assigned. The position is part-time at Nob Hill Elementary in Sunrise, Florida, on a 189-day work calendar. Compensation is $15.84–$22.51 per hour; new hires start at the minimum of the assigned salary range. Work hours and work-year length are established by the School Board. The position is nonexempt.
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 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 the 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 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.
- Keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions through general housekeeping.
- 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 test items and worksheets according to teacher-provided guidelines.
- Follow up on teacher-presented lessons according to teacher-provided guidelines.
- Supervise small-group discussions and activities among students.
- 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, mobility, 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 programs that 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 assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
