Paraprofessional

NASSAU COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Yulee (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nassau County School District seeks a Paraprofessional at Wildlight Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports instructional activities, assists with classroom materials, and may perform clerical duties as needed.

The position offers pay ranging from $16.59/hr to $18.32/hr, with additional Millage-based compensation for the 2026-27 year. Contact the school for details on salary and transfer information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of postsecondary study or an associate degree or higher, or successful completion of a rigorous exam.
• Typing speed at required rate.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Experience with students with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist in implementing classroom activities as directed by the teacher or administrator.
• Provide instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher.
• Provide student supervision as required by the teacher or administrator.
• Perform clerical and bookkeeping duties as needed to support school programs.
• Enter required data into the computer and maintain records.

Skills

High school diploma

Postsecondary study 2 years

Typing speed

Computer proficiency

Experience with students with special–

Education

High school diploma / Associate degree or higher

Tools

None

Job description

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• Date Posted:
  9/14/2026
• Location:
  Wildlight Elementary School

NONINSTRUCTIONAL VACANCY POSTING FOR 2026-2027
POSTING PERIOD: SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 UNTIL FILLED
For information concerning this position, contact Ms. Sarah Ray, Principal, 904-225-3053. For salary and transfer information, contact Human Resources.
The following noninstructional vacancy is listed in Human Resources for the 2026-2027 school year.
WILDLIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1 - Paraprofessional
RANGE OF PAY: $16.59/hr - $18.32/hr
(While in effect, additional compensation from the Millage initiative will be awarded annually.For the 2026-27 school year, the amount for this position is $6,509 and will be prorated from July 1, 2026.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• (1) A high school diploma or its equivalent and two (2) years of study at an accredited postsecondary institution; oranAssociate'sdegree or higher; or passed a rigorous examinationdemonstratingknowledge of and the ability toassistin instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• (2) Type at prescribed rate of speed.
• (3) Computerproficiency.
• (4) Experience working with students with special needs including behavioral challenges preferred.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Note: Paraprofessionals may be assigned to ESE, Basic, Vocational, Guidance, Media or assigned to perform clerical duties as needed to support school programs.

• (1) Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and equipment.
• (2) Assist the teacher in implementing classroom activities.
• (3) Provide instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
• (4) Provide student supervision as required by the teacher or administrator.
• (5) Perform assigned clerical and bookkeeping duties.
• (6) Compile required data and enter into the computer.
• (7) Participate in training programs and in-service.
• (8) Plan and organize appropriate instruction using guidelines established by the teacher or administrator.
• (9) Utilize classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom environment.
• (10) Maintain a clean and orderly environment for students.
• (11) Operate instructional equipment effectively.
• (12) Establish and maintain records and files pertinent to assigned program.
• (13) Assist in maintaining positive relationships between the school and parents.
• (14) Contact parents at the direction of teacher or administration.
• (15) Answer telephone, route calls and take messages as directed.
• (16) Serve as substitute for teacher as directed.
• (17) Assist in assessing student progress as directed.
• (18) Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• (19) Assist students with personal hygiene and / or grooming if required.
• (20) Use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
• (21) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Nassau County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to an employee or job applicant with a disability upon request. Requests may be made by telephone to the Human Resources Department at [phone] or by emailing Judy Meredith .

FINGERPRINTS
Employment in the Nassau County School District is contingent on fingerprints being cleared by the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Postings current as of 11/2/2026 2:59:11 PM CST.

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