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Paraprofessional Pre-K
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$31,053 / year median in Florida
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Paraprofessional Pre-K
Nassau County School District
Callahan Elementary School - Callahan, Florida This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education
Job Details
Job ID:
5912325
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Today
Job Description
NONINSTRUCTIONAL VACANCY POSTING FOR 2026-2027
POSTING PERIOD:
SEPTEMBER 02, 2026
UNTIL FILLED
For information concerning this position, contact Ms. Michelle Chambers, Principal, at 904-491-7933 or 904-879-2121. For salary and transfer information, contact Human Resources.
The following noninstructional vacancy is listed in Human Resources for the 2026-2027 school year.
CALLAHAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1
- Paraprofessional
RANGE OF PAY
$16.59/hr - $18.32/hr (While in effect, additional compensation from the Millage initiative will be awarded annually. For the 2026-27 school year, the amount for this position is $6,509 and will be prorated from July 1, 2026.)
QUALIFICATIONS
(1) A high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of study at an accredited postsecondary institution; or an Associate's degree or higher; or passed a rigorous examination demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. (2) Type at prescribed rate of speed. (3) Computer proficiency. (4) Preferred experience in a PreK-2 classroom setting.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Note:
Paraprofessionals may be assigned to ESE, Basic, Vocational, Guidance, Media or assigned to perform clerical duties as needed to support school programs.
- (1) Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and equipment.
- (2) Assist the teacher in implementing classroom activities.
- (3) Provide instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
- (4) Provide student supervision as required by the teacher or administrator.
- (5) Perform assigned clerical and bookkeeping duties.
- (6) Compile required data and enter into the computer.
(7) Participate in training programs and in-service. - (8) Plan and organize appropriate instruction using guidelines established by the teacher or administrator.
(9) Utilize classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom environment. - (10) Maintain a clean and orderly environment for students.
- (11) Operate instructional equipment effectively.
- (12) Establish and maintain records and files pertinent to assigned program. (13) Assist in maintaining positive relationships between the school and parents.
(14) Contact parents at the direction of teacher or administration.
(15) Answer telephone, route calls and take messages as directed.
(16) Serve as substitute for teacher as directed. - (17) Assist in assessing student progress as directed.
(18) Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
(19) Assist students with personal hygiene and / or grooming if required. - (20) Use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
(21) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Nassau County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to an employee or job applicant with a disability upon request. Requests may be made by telephone to the Human Resources Department at (904) 491-9874 or by emailing Judy Meredith.
FINGERPRINTS
Employment in the Nassau County School District is contingent on fingerprints being cleared by the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Position Type:
Full-time