Instructional Assistant Blind Elementary/Middle School
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I - (BLIND ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL)
Requisition No: 867303
Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind
Position Number: and
Department: Blind Elementary/Middle School
Who are we?FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre‑K and K‑12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0‑5 and their families.
The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.
The incumbent of this position works as an Instructional Assistant in a state‑mandated academic program.
- Assists classroom teacher with classroom instruction, redirection of students who are off‑task, behavior management, role playing, planning and preparation for field trips and special events, recordkeeping, attendance, and grading classwork. Develops learning materials for students (independently or as directed by the classroom teacher). Supervises students during school time, lunch time, recess time, and before and after school hours. Writes and submits student occurrence reports to the assistant principal on significant occurrences.
Substitutes and maintains the instructional momentum of the program in the absence of the teacher. Assists students in understanding and completing classroom assignments. Provides remedial assistance to students having difficulty achieving objectives in their specific subject areas. Accompanies students on scheduled appointments and medical trips. Duties may include instructing and assisting students with activities of daily living which may include personal hygiene, toileting, and self‑care tasks as assigned. - Performs other tasks as assigned.
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication;
- Ability to prepare and maintain records;
- Ability to implement and maintain individual programs for students;
- Ability to plan and prepare educational materials;
- Ability to instruct and/or assist students in social and daily living skills, such as personal hygiene, toileting, and self‑care tasks, etc.;
- Ability to communicate in the appropriate modes for assigned students;
- Ability to document and follow through on behavior programs;
- Ability to assist in classroom with small group and individual activities;
- Ability to write reports and to pay attention to details;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
Ability to supervise and transport/escort students independently; - Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR and CPI;
Completion of 60 college semester hours from an accredited institution; or Associate of Arts Degree or higher; or high school diploma and a score of 464 or higher on the Para Pro Assessment.
* Proof of education will need to be provided at time of interview.
* Base $29,874.00
Additional Related and verified Full‑time Experience (20‑year max) addl $150.00 per year
HoursMonday‑Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
VisionFSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.
MissionThe mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners.
The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each…
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