Teacher Assistant, ESE (VE) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Indian River County seeks a Teacher Assistant, ESE (VE) for Indian River Academy in Vero Beach, Florida to provide instructional and technical support for exceptional students. Under supervision of teachers, you will relate to students, parents and staff, maintain confidentiality, operate classroom technology, and perform clerical tasks as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus state requirements for aide roles; a criminal

Qualifications

• Knowledge of working with targeted student population.
• Ability to relate and communicate with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to relate to, inspire confidence and foster self-esteem in students.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate technology and equipment.
• Ability to perform clerical responsibilities.
• Ability to cooperate and work as a member of a team.
• Physical ability to lift student if required by job assignment.
• Ability to restrain in a crisis situation.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of exceptional students.
• Support teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.
• Assist with clerical tasks and use classroom technology.
• Maintain confidentiality and collaborate with staff on lesson planning.
• Contribute to a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Instructional support

Technology use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college or associate degree

Teacher aide course or 3 years related experience

Background check and drug screening

Job description

School District of Indian River County Indian River Academy - Vero Beach, Florida Open in Google Maps

Teacher Assistant, ESE (VE) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County Indian River Academy - Vero Beach, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5916301
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Description: Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in working with targeted student population. Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents. Ability to relate to, inspire confidence and foster self-esteem in students. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities. Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of technology and equipment. Ability to perform clerical responsibilities. Ability to cooperate and work as a member of a team. Physical ability to lift student if required by job assignment. Ability to physically restrain in a crisis situation.

Job Summary: To provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of exceptional students.

Qualifications: 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Meet the requirements for the No Child Left Behind Act: a. Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or b. Associate's or higher degree; or c. Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a rigorous state or local assessment. 3. Completion of teacher aide course, or 3 years related experience; or equivalent combination preferred. 4. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information: Support Personnel. Pay Grade 6. One hundred eighty-six days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Non-Exempt.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Takeisha Harris
• 6500 57th Street
• Vero Beach, Florida 32967
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]