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.
Please label all uploaded documents with your full name (for example: Jane_Doe_Resume ). This helps ensure your materials are properly matched to your application. If you are a currently active Polk State College employee, please create an account using your polk.edu staff email address. Our HR system will not recognize you as an active employee. Description The paraeducator performs specialized work in assisting with services for collegiate high schools. Provides for the care and well-being of students and supports various functions of the school. Duties are performed under the supervision of supervisors and teachers. Essential Functions/Duties Clerical assistance will be performed when necessary. Supervision and support of students in various situations will be required. Classroom assistance will be required as directed by teachers or supervisors Basic assistance with computer lab functions may be required. Basic clinic and first aid skills may be required. Attendance at relevant in-service training and meetings will be required. Assists with student testing as required. Performs other duties assigned by supervisor and/or other divisional staff members. Duties may vary based on the needs of the assigned high school.
Typical Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualifications:
Ability to perform basic computer functions (Email, Outlook, Word, etc.). Requires contact with the public at times. Requires professional-level clerical skills (answering phone, greeting guests and students, etc.). Requires the ability to follow all school safety procedures.
Working Conditions:
Must have the ability to work proficiently in a busy, multi-office work area. Must be flexible and able to adapt well to changes. Office, sedentary. Some local travel.
Benefits Information:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.
Required Education:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Preferred Education:
An Associate's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience:
Experience working with high school students is preferred. Previous experience in an educational setting is preferred. Each pay level is approximately commensurate with 1 year of experience. Supplemental Information Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: a resume. an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed). Important Information If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application. Polk State College is a drug-free workplace. Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis. Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment. Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position. Equal Opportunity Statement Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact: Title IX Coordinator 3425 Winter Lake Road Lakeland, FL 33803 863.669.2903 compliance@polk.edu For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance We encourage applicants to provide feedback of their experience or request help at Careers@polk.edu .
