Teacher Assistant, IST
Listed on 2026-06-03
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Location: Howey-in-the-Hills
Teacher Assistant, IST School Year)
Lake County School District (FL), Lake Hills School – Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida
Job : 5741161
Final date to receive applications: Jul 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 7, 2026
Position Type: 6.5 Hours Per Day
Salary: $15.30 to $16.08 Per Hour
Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA
Lake Hills School, the Exceptional Student Education Center School for Lake County, is seeking passionate and dedicated teacher assistants to join our team. As a Teacher Assistant at Lake Hills, you will have the opportunity to make a profound, life‑changing impact on students ages 3‑22 with significant cognitive disabilities. Our warm and supportive environment fosters creativity, allowing you to customize instruction and tailor learning experiences to individual student strengths.
You will work collaboratively with a team of experienced, driven professionals who share your commitment to helping exceptional students reach their full potential. This sense of purpose and fulfillment will lead to continuous growth and learning in the field of special education. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to consider the remarkable opportunity to join our team at Lake Hills School.
Starting salary for new or returning hires is commensurate with relevant education and experience.
Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2) In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening.
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In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application before submitting, in order for the district to consider your request.
Job Requirements- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Kayla Hunter, Principal
- Lake Hills School
- Phone:
- Email:
Hunter
K.fl.us
The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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