Paraprofessional Pre-K

Nassau County School District, Florida; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nassau County School District in Callahan, FL seeks a Paraprofessional for Callahan Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Salary range is $16.59–$18.32 per hour, with additional millage-based compensation of $6,509 prorated from July 1, 2026.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent (or higher), typing speed, and computer proficiency; experience in a PreK-2 classroom is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of study at an accredited postsecondary institution; or an Associate’s degree or higher; or passed a rigorous examination demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Type at prescribed rate of speed.
• Computer proficiency.
• Preferred experience in a PreK-2 classroom setting.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing speed

Computer proficiency

PreK-2 classroom experience (preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / Associate’s degree or higher / rigorous exam

Job description

NONINSTRUCTIONAL VACANCY POSTING FOR 2026-2027

POSTING PERIOD: SEPTEMBER 02, 2026 UNTIL FILLED

For information concerning this position, contact Ms. Michelle Chambers, Principal, at 904-491-7933 or 904-879-2121. For salary and transfer information, contact Human Resources.

The following noninstructional vacancy is listed in Human Resources for the 2026-2027 school year.

CALLAHAN 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; or an Associate’s degree or higher; or passed a rigorous examination demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
2. Type at prescribed rate of speed.
3. Computer proficiency.
4. Preferred experience in a PreK-2 classroom setting.

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.