Instructional Paraeducator - Preschool, Florida Mesa Elementary, .9375 FTE

About the role

This position will be M-F, .9375 FTE, 37.5 hrs/wk. Includes benefits. Position begins August 17, 2026. For the 26/27 SY, this position includes a $1,800 one-time bonus! (Note, bonus pro-rated for late start and FTE)

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with implementing lesson plans
• Maintain classroom
• Reinforce skills and materials
• Administer, score, and record assessment information
• Progress monitor students
• Prepare instructional materials
• Perform clerical duties
• Prepare learning environment with needed supplies and materials
• Tutor
• Lead activities with small groups or one-on-one
• Supervise and monitor student behavior during daily activities (cafeteria, playground, hallway, to/from buses, cross walks, field trips, etc.)
• Attend appropriate building meetings, in-services, school functions, and/or trainings
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic Skills Competence (Minimum 2 years of college, e.g. associates degree, or 48 semester hrs of college coursework) OR Pass paraprofessional test (CDE and ESSA qualifications) prior to being hired.

Skills

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to a team working environment and collaborate with co-workers to solve problems and create a positive and professional work climate
• Employs a commitment to customer service and student safety
• Interpersonal, communication, basic language, basic math, and basic writing skills
• Desire to work with children and children with special needs
• Basic operating knowledge of general office equipment and microcomputers preferred
• Technical Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills
• Use proper English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure
• Multilingual oral and written communication skills preferred
• Manage multiple priorities
• Work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting
• Promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures
• Grow and develop knowledge, skills, and attitude through professional development
• Absorb and implement classroom management systems and reinforcement systems
• Use effective interventions for at risk learners

Benefits

Includes benefits.

Pay

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule

M-F, .9375 FTE, 37.5 hrs/wk