Instructional Assistant (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

CHASCO K-8; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CHASCO K-8, part of Pasco County Schools, seeks an Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year in Port Richey, Florida. This SRP position supports classroom teachers in delivering the instructional program and resources to students under supervision.

The role requires an Associate Degree or 60 college hours or a passing ParaPro score (457), plus compliance with all health and background requirements. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position with district expectations.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or 60 college hours completed or passing score of 457 on the ParaPro Test.
• All employees must satisfactorily complete required training and meet mandated health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) in providing a well-organized educational environment under direct supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

Skills

Paraprofessional IA

Education support

Education

Associate Degree or 60 college hours

ParaPro Test score 457

Job description

Instructional Assistant (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools CHASCO K-8 - Port Richey, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5947638

Application Deadline: Oct 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start: Immediately

Location: Chasco K-8, 7702 Ridge Road, Port Richey, FL 34668

School Related Personnel - SRP

Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Specialty: Instructional Assistant, Basic

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting teacher(s) in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources, under the direct supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree, completion of 60 semester hours of college or passing score of 457 on the ParaPro Test
• All employees must satisfactorily complete any required training. All employees must meet all mandated federal and state health 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]