ESE Paraprofessional - Instructional (2 Positions) - 26/27 SY

Paraprofessional

The School Board of Highlands County is seeking a paraprofessional for an instructional program. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of SFSC Certificate of Instructional Assistant or passing score on Para Pro Assessment, or AA/AS/AAS degree or higher. Physical requirements include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently as necessary; lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing, if required. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening is also required.

The paraprofessional will provide individual student or small group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher, prepare instructional materials, and assist the teacher in classroom management and monitoring classroom procedures. Additional duties will be assigned by the classroom teacher and/or school administrator.

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies. Pay grade is determined by the level of education and certification. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.