Instructional Assistant

Broward County Public Schools • Miramar, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant provides care and supervision to students in the Broward County School System and supports classroom instruction, including individualized education programs. The role works under teacher direction to prepare instructional materials, assist with lessons and activities, support students individually and in small groups, and provide classroom-related clerical assistance. The assistant also helps maintain a safe classroom and supports students’ safety, welfare, and daily living needs. The position works with assigned classroom teachers and students on a daily basis and frequently interacts with other school personnel. It is a 189-day, nonexempt position. Salary is $15.84–$22.51 per hour; new hires are paid at the minimum of the assigned salary range. Hours and work-year length are established by the School Board.

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 ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics, or readiness in those areas, as appropriate; 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, as required, 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 under teacher direction.
• Perform general housekeeping to keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
• Assist with 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 lessons presented by the teacher according to teacher-provided guidelines.
• Supervise small-group discussions and student activities.
• Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
• Use programs with groups of students.
• Support students’ daily living activities, which may include personal hygiene and restroom functions (including diapering or catheterization), mobility assistance (including lifting, positioning, or transferring), feeding, adaptive equipment, and behavioral assistance, including implementing PBIP and positive crisis management skills.
• Perform and promote activities in compliance with the School Board’s equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
• Participate in training to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws and School Board policies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits 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