Instructional Assistant, Basic (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Young World Physical Education; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant, Basic for Fox Hollow Elementary in Port Richey, FL. The role supports teachers, helps manage the classroom, and ensures students can access the instructional program under qualified supervision.

Requirements include an Associate degree or 60 college hours or a ParaPro score of 457, plus completion of required training and health screenings. Position is full-time with benefits at a Florida district.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college hours completed.
• Passing score of 457 on the ParaPro Test.
• Must meet health and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment.
• Support instruction under the supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

Education

Associate Degree

60 semester hours

ParaPro 457 score

Job description

Instructional Assistant, Basic (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY - 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: 5880279
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Fox Hollow Elementary School,8309 Fox Hollow Dr, 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 theParaPro 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

• Associate degree preferred.
• 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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