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

WESLEY CHAPEL ELEMENTARY; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

WESLEY CHAPEL ELEMENTARY in Wesley Chapel, FL is seeking an Instructional Assistant, Basic for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist teachers to maintain a well-organized, supportive classroom environment and help students engage with the instructional program under the supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

Starting date is immediate. Requirements include an Associate Degree or 60 college hours or a passing ParaPro score of 457, completion of required trainings, and compliance with

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment.
• Support students to engage with the instructional program and resources under the supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

Education

Associate Degree

60 semester hours

ParaPro Test 457

Job description

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

Pasco County Schools WESLEY CHAPEL ELEMENTARY - Wesley Chapel, Florida Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5949147
Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Estimated Start: Anticipated

Location: Wesley Chapel Elementary School, 30243 Wells Rd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

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

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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]