ESE Paraeducator: Vocational Trainer & Student Support

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator to support Exceptional Student Education (ESE) learners at Gibbons Street PreK Center in Bartow, FL. This full-time role supports instructional programs, classroom activities, and student supervision, under supervision of teachers and coordinators.

Responsibilities include clerical tasks, testing support, discipline reinforcement, transportation/field trip help, and preparing instructional materials. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 60+ college credits or an Associate's degree or higher or Para Pro exam is required.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional activities for ESE students and provide classroom supervision.
• Perform clerical duties, attendance, form collection, and material preparation.
• Reinforce instruction, supervise during meals/field trips, and assist with testing and transportation tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Teamwork

Bilingual/biliterate preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits or Associate's degree or higher or Para Pro exam

Job description

Polk County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator to support Exceptional Student Education (ESE) learners at Gibbons Street PreK Center in Bartow, FL. This full-time role supports instructional programs, classroom activities, and student supervision, under supervision of teachers and coordinators.

Responsibilities include clerical tasks, testing support, discipline reinforcement, transportation/field trip help, and preparing instructional materials. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.