Paraeducator - Exceptional Student Education Self Cont (IDEA)
Polk County Public Schools
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Job summary
Polk County Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator - Exceptional Student Education Self Cont (IDEA) in Bartow, Florida. The role supports ESE instruction, performs clerical tasks, supervises students, and assists with testing and materials preparation throughout the school day.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 60+ college credits or an associate's degree, or a passing Para Pro exam. Bilingual/biliterate applicants are preferred.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of GED.
- Sixty (60) or more college credit hours or an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited school or a passing score on the Para Pro exam required.
- Bilingual/biliterate preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the ESE instructional program and clerical duties.
- Supervise students during meals, field trips, and activities; reinforce instruction.
- Prepare instructional materials and classroom projects; coordinate volunteer activities.
Education
Job description
Polk County Public Schools Jean O''Dell Learning K-12, Bartow, FL, USA, 33830 - Bartow, Florida Open in Google Maps
This position exists to assist with the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students' instructional program. Provides assistance with clerical duties, student supervision, behavior management, and related educational support throughout the school day. Duties are performed under the general supervision of supervisors/teachers. Performance is evaluated through observation of work, and/or periodic conferences, critiques, records and reports.
Professional duties will involve attending meetings as necessary, serving on various committees, attending appropriate inservice provided, and becoming acquainted with philosophies, policies, procedures, equipment, and the work site where assigned. Clerical assistance will consist of grading papers, collecting forms, updating folders, assisting with testing, taking attendance, copying, collecting homework, ordering supplies, filing, keeping medication records, etc. Supervision of students during meal time, during special programs/classes, staffings, fieldtrips, loading and unloading of buses, yard duty, etc. Reinforcement of instruction to individuals and small groups in various situations and programs, tutoring, assisting with physical therapy, etc. Preparation of instructional materials, bulletin boards, art projects, etc. Classroom assistance will be required in preparing projects, supervising students, field trips, reinforcement of discipline, coordinate volunteer projects, Technology will be used to enhance instruction and aid in tasks assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of GED. Sixty (60) or more college credit hours or an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited school or a passing score on the Para Pro exam required.
Sincerely interested in educating and working with exceptional children. Ability to understand written and oral instructions, to speak and write coherently, to keep records and make simple reports, and to work cooperatively and act professionally with other school personnel and parents. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.
Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with students, parents, internal and external contacts, and with the public.
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds, and infrequently weighing 40 pounds or more, with help as necessary.
N/A
PA04
Non-Exempt
10745
47
11/13/2012
3/10/2015
Polk County Public Schools Jean O''Dell Learning K-12, Bartow, FL, USA, 33830 - Bartow, Florida Open in Google Maps
This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education
Job ID: 5983250
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:08 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Para - ESE Self Cont (IDEA)
This position exists to assist with the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students' instructional program. Provides assistance with clerical duties, student supervision, behavior management, and related educational support throughout the school day. Duties are performed under the general supervision of supervisors/teachers. Performance is evaluated through observation of work, and/or periodic conferences, critiques, records and reports.
Professional duties will involve attending meetings as necessary, serving on various committees, attending appropriate inservice provided, and becoming acquainted with philosophies, policies, procedures, equipment, and the work site where assigned. Clerical assistance will consist of grading papers, collecting forms, updating folders, assisting with testing, taking attendance, copying, collecting homework, ordering supplies, filing, keeping medication records, etc. Supervision of students during meal time, during special programs/classes, staffings, fieldtrips, loading and unloading of buses, yard duty, etc. Reinforcement of instruction to individuals and small groups in various situations and programs, tutoring, assisting with physical therapy, etc. Preparation of instructional materials, bulletin boards, art projects, etc. Classroom assistance will be required in preparing projects, supervising students, field trips, reinforcement of discipline, coordinate volunteer projects, Technology will be used to enhance instruction and aid in tasks assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of GED. Sixty (60) or more college credit hours or an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited school or a passing score on the Para Pro exam required.
Sincerely interested in educating and working with exceptional children. Ability to understand written and oral instructions, to speak and write coherently, to keep records and make simple reports, and to work cooperatively and act professionally with other school personnel and parents. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.
Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with students, parents, internal and external contacts, and with the public.
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds, and infrequently weighing 40 pounds or more, with help as necessary.
3 - Para Union - E1 - Aide
N/A
PA04
Non-Exempt
10745
47
11/13/2012
3/10/2015
Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
- Polk County Public Schools
- 1907 South Floral Ave.
- Bartow, Florida 33830
- Phone: 863-534-0781
- Email: jobs@polk-fl.net
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