Ops Instructional Assistant: Support Deaf & Blind Students

State of Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind invites applications for an Instructional Assistant (OPS). The role supports classroom instruction, behavior management, and activity planning under supervision at FSDB in St. Augustine, FL.

Applicants must have 60 college hours or equivalent (AA or high school with ParaPro 464+). Sign language proficiency is required within one year of hire; background checks and CPI/CPR training may be required. This is an on-site OPS position with varied hours.

Qualifications

• 60 college semester hours from an accredited institution, or Associate of Arts Degree or higher, or high school diploma with Para Pro score 464+.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with instruction and behavior management.
• Supervise students during school, lunch, recess, before/after care.
• Prepare learning materials and grade class work as directed.
• Maintain records, attendance, and incident reports; report significant events.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Effective communication

Record keeping

Education

60 college hours

AA degree

high school diploma + ParaPro 464+

Job description

Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind invites applications for an Instructional Assistant (OPS). The role supports classroom instruction, behavior management, and activity planning under supervision at FSDB in St. Augustine, FL.

Applicants must have 60 college hours or equivalent (AA or high school with ParaPro 464+). Sign language proficiency is required within one year of hire; background checks and CPI/CPR training may be required. This is an on-site OPS position with varied hours.