Instructional Assistant IA, Student Support - Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 (Multiple Positions)

SHADY HILLS ELEMENTARY; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SHADY HILLS ELEMENTARY in Spring Hill, FL is seeking Instructional Assistant IA for Student Support in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) for 2026-2027. Positions are open until filled, with 189 instructional days per year and full-time, benefit-eligible status.

The role supports teachers and students in a well-organized learning environment, focusing on ESE and DJJ programs under supervision by a Highly Qualified Teacher.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Education or related field required.
• 60 semester hours of college coursework required.
• Able to pass ParaPro Assessment; condition of employment may be considered for qualified applicants.
• CPR/First Aid, CPI, and related trainings approved by the District; CPR/First Aid to be renewed every two years.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers to create a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment.
• Support ESE and DJJ programs under the supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.
• Help students engage with instructional activities and resources.

Education

Associate degree in Education

60 semester hours

ParaPro Assessment

CPR/First Aid training

CPI training

Health requirements compliance

Job description

Instructional Assistant IA, Student Support - Exceptional Student Education (ESE) 2026-2027 (Multiple Positions)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Location:Shady Hills Elementary School, 18000 Shady Hills Rd., Spring Hill, FL 34610

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.

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 (Multiple Positions)

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5811170
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Location:Shady Hills Elementary School, 18000 Shady Hills Rd., Spring Hill, FL 34610

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.

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

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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