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

CHASCO K-8; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools CHASCO K-8 in Port Richey, FL is seeking a qualified Instructional Assistant (IA) for Student Support in ESE for the 2026-2027 year. The position requires an associate degree or 60 semester hours or a ParaPro credential and involves supporting teachers in a specialized educational environment.

The role is full-time, on-site, with a 189-day school year and benefit eligibility. Training in CPR/First Aid, CPI, and related certifications is required and renewed periodically.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 semester hours or ParaPro pass required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training required and renewed every two years.
• Medication administration training required.
• CPI training required and kept current.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) in delivering organized instruction and resources under supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.
• Support ESE and DJJ programs as applicable.
• Maintain a well-managed classroom environment during instructional time.

Skills

Paraprofessional skills

Education

Associate degree or 60 semester hours or ParaPro

Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

First Aid

Medication administration

CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Job description

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

Job Description

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

Specialty:Special Education, Exceptional Student Education (ESE)

School Related Personnel (SRP)

189 Days Per Year

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.

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.

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

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5973354
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 11, 2026

Job Description

*Open Until Filled*

Estimated Start:11/11/2026

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

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.

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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]