Paraprofessional- CHC ONLY

Charlotte Harbor Center 0042; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional at the CHC Center in Punta Gorda, FL. The role supports classroom teachers, assists with student activities, and helps with safety and learning outcomes in various settings, including pool and play areas.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with a $1 supplement for those based at Charlotte Harbor Center. Requires high school diploma or equivalent and ParaPro or college credit. Benefits and onboarding apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Passing ParaPro exam, or 60 college semester hours.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support student engagement and monitor behavior in class and pool areas.
• Help implement IEP/504 plans and reinforce learning objectives.

Skills

Patient care

Classroom assistance

Communication with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Passing ParaPro exam or 60 college hours

Job description

Charlotte County Public Schools Charlotte Harbor Center 0042 - Punta Gorda, Florida Open in Google Maps

Paraprofessional- CHC ONLY

Charlotte County Public Schools Charlotte Harbor Center 0042 - Punta Gorda, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Charlotte County Public Schools , and Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5886331
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PCN 04252055US

Calendar 189/Hrs 7.5

Paygrade 3 - $18.50/hr

Paraprofessionals whose regular work location is Charlotte Harbor Center will receive a dollar ($1.00) per hour supplement, as long as they remain at Charlotte Harbor Center.

Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package* for employees. This package includesa robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and options plans. CCPS offers plan members an onsite Wellness Center. The Wellness Center provides no-cost preventative care, low-cost acute care appointments, behavioral health services, and prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost! If an eligible employee does not need medical coverage, CCPS has a paid benefit opt-out option.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Passing score on ParaPro exam, or at least 60 semester hours of college credit.
• Successful experience working with children

*Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, implementing, preparing, and facilitating developmentally appropriate student engagement in learning.
• Participates actively in student activities in the classroom in the swimming pool, and in play areas.
• Monitors students visually and audibly.
• Assists with implementing IEP, 504, LEP, BIP, and other learning plans as developed.
• Practices positive child-behavior techniques and behavioral interventions in the classroom.
• Participates in professional growth activities appropriate to the position.
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of concepts and skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assists with meeting basic needs of students as required, such as diapering, lifting, tube feeding, catheters, with proper training.
• Assists the students in developing study skills and self-help skills, such as dressing, toilet training, eating, health, safety, and hygiene.
• Assists with students’ mobility in and around the classroom, school, swimming pool, and play areas.
• Develops and maintains a clean, safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Keeps accurate student records as directed by the teacher.
• Communicates with supervising staff to assist with evaluating student progress and/or implementing objectives in the classroom and related activities.
• Administers and proctors formative, summative, and standardized assessments as directed by the teacher.
• Facilitates transition of students.
• Attends scheduled trainings as necessary.
• Provides training and guidance for staff, parents, and volunteers as directed.
• Performs assigned duties related to student safety on campus (i.e. bus duty, parent pickup, walkway safety, playground, lunchroom duty, swimming pool, field trips).
• Provides assistance in the use of technology and troubleshooting equipment.
• Adheres to ethical behavior and decision making; complies with laws and policies concerning confidentiality of student information.
• Substitutes for the classroom teacher when called upon by the building principal.
• Performs other duties related to the job goal of the position.

Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions

Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule

Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefits

AHCA Background Screening: AHCA

*Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process.

Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy -Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124. Charlotte County Public Schools CONSIDERS VETERAN’S PREFERENCES FOR ALL POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH Florida Statute. 295.07.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Maribel Jordan , Confidential Secretary
• Charlotte Harbor Center 0042
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]