Classroom Assistant, Head Start Program (ECP) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

GULF TRACE ELEMENTARY; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools Gulf Trace Elementary in Holiday, FL is seeking a Classroom Assistant for the Head Start Program (ECP) for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position with 186 days.

The role assists with childcare and supports school-readiness skills while ensuring compliance with state, federal and local regulations.

Requires HS diploma or GED (or equivalent); CPR/First Aid/AED within three months; CDA within two years; and background screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Equivalent education/experience acceptable.
• CDA credential or be able to obtain within two years of hire.
• All hires must meet background screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide childcare and support for school readiness skills in Head Start.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Classroom Assistant, Head Start Program (ECP) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancy*

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This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Pasco County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5960487
Application Deadline: Oct 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Gulf Trace Elementary School,3303 Gulf Trace Blvd, Holiday, FL 34691

School Related Personnel - SRP

186 Days Per Year

Part Time, Non Benefit Eligible

GradeLevel:Head Start Program (ECP)

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for delivery of appropriate childcare and support for school readiness skills to children in the Head Start program, including the provision of comprehensive services to ensure compliance with state, federal and local regulations.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) from an accredited institution
• OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Satisfactory completion of American Red Cross First Aid course, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) course, or complete within three months of hire
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or complete within two years of hire

• All hires must meet the Early Childhood physical examination requirements.

BACKGROUND SCREENING:
Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.
For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Notification of Nondiscrimination:The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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