Teacher Assistant, ESE (VE) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County

Indian River Academy - Vero Beach, Florida This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID:

5916301

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 04, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Description:

Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in working with targeted student population.

Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents. Ability to

relate to, inspire confidence and foster self-esteem in students. Ability to communicate orally

and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to plan and/or implement

instructional activities. Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of technology and

equipment. Ability to perform clerical responsibilities. Ability to cooperate and work as a

member of a team. Physical ability to lift student if required by job assignment. Ability to

physically restrain in a crisis situation.

Job Summary:

To provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of

exceptional students.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Meet the requirements for the

No Child Left Behind Act:

a. Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or

b. Associate's or higher degree; or

c. Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a

rigorous state or local assessment.

3. Completion of teacher aide course, or 3 years related experience; or equivalent

combination preferred.

4. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Application Procedure:

Apply online

Salary Information:

Support Personnel. Pay Grade 6. One hundred eighty-six days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Non-Exempt.

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Position Type:

Full-time