Instructional Assistant; Grant​/Special Funding; Part-Time

Requisition : 23205

Work Location: Deerfield Park Elementary, Deerfield Beach, Florida

To provide the highest quality care and supervision to students in the Broward County School System, supporting classroom instruction and individualized education programs.

• Work under the direct supervision of a teacher to create instructional materials.
• Supervise and escort students throughout the school, ensuring safety and welfare.
• Provide classroom‑related clerical support (daily notes, student folders, data collection).
• Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids under teacher direction.
• Engage in housekeeping activities 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 not present for no more than 30 minutes (excluding substitute teaching).
• Construct and design specific items for tests and worksheets per teacher guidelines.
• Follow up lessons as directed by the teacher.
• Supervise small group discussions and activities among students.
• Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
• Utilize programs with groups of students.
• Perform daily living activities, including personal hygiene and restroom functions; assist with mobility, feeding, adaptive equipment; provide behavioral assistance such as implementing PBIP and crisis management.
• Perform all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies of the School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate in training programs to enhance individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical sources related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal, state, and School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.

• High school diploma or acceptable GED completion.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

• Completion of the Principal of Teaching (formerly Teacher Assistant) curriculum at designated technical college in Broward County School District.
• Passing score on the Para Pro Test or other officially sanctioned standard tests (reading/language arts, writing, mathematics, or readiness).
• An earned associate degree from an accredited institution, or at least 60 semester hours of earned college credit.
• Bilingual skills.

Medium work:
Exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds as needed to move objects.

Salary range: $15.84 – $22.51 per hour, consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan. The minimum salary will be the lower end of the range. Shift differential: none. Classifies as non-exempt. Work year length and hours are established by the School Board. Typical 189‑day calendar.