Paraprofessional - Enhancement - job #4653

School Board of Highlands County; Avon Park (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

School Board of Highlands County Avon Park High in Avon Park, Florida seeks a Paraprofessional for the Enhancement assignment. The role supports instructional activities, assists with students with special needs, and performs clerical duties as assigned.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 50 pounds in some cases, and successful completion of a criminal history check and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Criminal history and drug screening clearance required.
• Typing skills at 40 words per minute preferred.
• Experience with materials and equipment for paraprofessional duties preferred.

Responsibilities

• May work with staff preparing materials, copying paperwork, and other clerical duties.
• May be assigned to individual students to assist with special needs.
• May be trained in assistive devices, hygiene, feeding, and toileting.
• May assist students and paras in instructional capacity.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Clerical duties

Experience with special needs

Ability to follow policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional - Enhancement - job #4653

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Job Details

Job ID: 5975215
Application Deadline: Nov 10, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional

ASSIGNMENT: Paraprofessional - Enhancement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform essential functions and tasks which may include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force as frequently as necessary; lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing, if required
• Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• If clerical duties are to be assigned, typing skills at 40 words per minute
• Has demonstrated skill in using materials, equipment and procedures associated with the performance of duties in the specific position
• Physical requirements to perform essential functions and tasks which may include exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 5 pounds of force as frequently as necessary; lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing, if required (ESE student paras and pre‑k handicap paras)
• Includes Pre‑K paras, IDEA paras, clerical paras, student paras, and student employment assistant paras (paras transporting students must hold and maintain a valid Florida driver's license, with a good driving record showing no DUI convictions)
• If serves as Highlands Parent Assistant/Liaison, responsibilities would include:
  • Facilitates BEESS Parent Survey
  • Provides families with information and guidance on how to access educational and community services and navigate the Exceptional Education process
  • Emphasizes and strengthens family roles and responsibilities in the education process
  • Enhances partnerships between the schools and community support services
  • Strengthens home-school relationships by facilitating positive proactive communication between families and educators
  • Increases awareness of family issues and concerns in schools and communities
  • Accompany families as a support member at IEP meetings
  • Provides informational workshops for parents
  • Participates in district/agency committees to provide parent perspective

PAY GRADE: 8, 9, 10

Paygrade 8: Enhancement para with high school diploma/GED certificate

Paygrade 9: Enhancement para with SFSC Certificate of Completion of Instructional Assistant or passing score on Para Pro Assessment

Paygrade 10: Enhancement para with AA, AS, AAS degree or higher

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May work with school staff preparing materials, copying paperwork, and/or other clerical duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to individual students to assist with special needs.
• May be trained in special assistive devices, hygiene, feeding, and toileting.
• May assist students and paras in instructional capacity.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Performs all other duties as assigned by classroom teacher and/or school administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning/budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

APA Approved 7/28/2015
Modified 5/17/2016
Board Approved 4/25/2017
Modified 8/19/2021

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

• Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job
• Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public
• Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment
• Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
• Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks
• Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions
• Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity
• Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.
To request accommodations, please contact:
Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources
426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
863-471-5555
[e-mail]

CLEARINGHOUSE INFORMATION: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Carla Ball
• 426 School Street
• Sebring, Florida 33870
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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