Instructional Assistant IA, Student Support - Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancies*

ANCLOTE HIGH; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ANCLOTE HIGH in Holiday, Florida seeks an Instructional Assistant IA to support Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and DJJ programs at Anclote High School, 1540 Sweetbriar Dr, Holiday. This is a full-time, 189-day position with benefits.

The role focuses on helping students access the instructional program under the supervision of a highly qualified teacher. Responsibilities include assisting in classroom organization, resource management, and implementing educational plans for students with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college hours in Education or related field.
• Qualifying score on the ParaPro Assessment.
• Complete required trainings and health screenings as specified.
• Background checks and compliance with district policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in maintaining a well-organized classroom.
• Support ESE and DJJ programs under supervision.
• Help manage instructional resources and student materials.
• Participate in required trainings and background screenings.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Education

Associate degree in Education or related field

60 semester hours of college coursework

ParaPro Assessment passing

Job description

Instructional Assistant IA, Student Support - Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 *Anticipated Vacancies*

Pasco County Schools ANCLOTE HIGH - Holiday, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5938121
Application Deadline: Sep 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 12, 2026

Job Description

Estimated Start: 10/12/2026

Location: Anclote High School,1540 Sweetbriar Dr. Holiday, Fl 34691

Specialty:Special Education, Exceptional Student Education (ESE)

School Related Personnel (SRP)

189 Days Per Year

Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

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, as applicable to the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) programs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree from an accredited institution in the field of Education, or related field
• OR
• 60 semester hours of college/university level course work from an accredited institution
• OR
• Obtain qualifying score to pass the ParaPro Assessment .A condition of employment may be considered for qualified applicants.
• All employees must satisfactorily complete any required trainings
• All employees must meet all mandated federal and state health requirements

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS Instructional Assistant Student Support ESE:

Satisfactory completion required within 6-month period of the following training and/or certification provided by the District:

• Pediatric First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• First Aid
• Medication administration
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
• In addition, CPR and First Aid training must be completed every two years and CPI training needs to be kept current and renewed on a regular basis.

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

• Kelly Baker , Administrative Asst.
• ANCLOTE HIGH
• Email: [e-mail]