Classroom Support Specialist — Instructional Assistant

Broward County Public Schools; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated classroom support aide to assist teachers in delivering instructional materials and supervising students. You will ensure safety, prepare teaching aids, and help with clerical tasks to maintain an efficient learning environment.

The role involves assisting with lunch, rest periods, and daily living activities, including mobility and feeding support, under teacher guidance. Strong communication with children is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a standard high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
• Computer skills required as needed for the position.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision of a teacher in the creation of instructional materials.
• Supervise and escort students to ensure safety and welfare as required.
• Provide classroom-related clerical support such as notes, folders, and data collection.
• Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids under teacher direction.
• Engage in general housekeeping to keep the classroom safe and obstruction-free.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students.
• Assist in supervising nap and rest periods as needed.
• Provide care for children when the teacher is not present for up to 30 minutes.
• Construct and design items for tests and worksheets per teacher guidelines.
• Follow-up lessons provided by the teacher.
• Supervise small group discussions and activities.
• Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
• Utilize programs with groups of students.
• Perform daily living activities including hygiene, mobility, feeding, adaptive equipment, and behavioral support.

Skills

Interacting with children

Computer skills

Bilingual skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Job description

Broward County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated classroom support aide to assist teachers in delivering instructional materials and supervising students. You will ensure safety, prepare teaching aids, and help with clerical tasks to maintain an efficient learning environment.

The role involves assisting with lunch, rest periods, and daily living activities, including mobility and feeding support, under teacher guidance. Strong communication with children is essential.