Teacher Assistant, IST K-2

Lake-County-School-District-; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County School District in Tavares, FL, seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant IST for K-2 to support young learners with significant cognitive, communication, or behavioral disabilities.

The IST team will work closely with the ESE Intensive Support Teacher, supporting daily activities and creating an inclusive learning environment. Eligibility for citizenship/residency/work authorization is required; starting pay is hourly and commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist ESE IST teacher with K-2 students who have significant cognitive, communication or behavioral disabilities.
• Support instruction and classroom activities under supervision.

Skills

Citizenship/work visa requirement

Job description

Lake County School District (FL) Tavares Elementary School - Tavares, Florida Open in Google Maps

Teacher assistant will be working withExceptional Student Education (ESE) Intensive Support (IST) Teacher Assistantfor Kindergarten through 2nd Grade (K-2) works with young students who have significant cognitive, communicative, or behavioural disabilities.

If you have additional questions about the position, pleasereach out to the hiring manager at the school/department to which you are applying, as noted below in this job posting.

Starting salary for new or returning hires is commensurate with relevant education and experience.

Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2)In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening. Click the following link for webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Veterans' Preference Information

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application beforesubmitting, in order for the district to consider your request.

The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Teacher Assistant, IST K-2

Lake County School District (FL) Tavares Elementary School - Tavares, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Lake County School District (FL)

Job Details

Job ID: 5965861

Application Deadline: Oct 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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Additional Job Information

Tavares Elementary

Teacher assistant will be working withExceptional Student Education (ESE) Intensive Support (IST) Teacher Assistantfor Kindergarten through 2nd Grade (K-2) works with young students who have significant cognitive, communicative, or behavioural disabilities.

If you have additional questions about the position, pleasereach out to the hiring manager at the school/department to which you are applying, as noted below in this job posting.

Starting salary for new or returning hires is commensurate with relevant education and experience.

Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2)In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening. Click the following link for webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Veterans' Preference Information

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application beforesubmitting, in order for the district to consider your request.

The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type: 7 Hours Per Day

Salary: $15.30 to $16.08 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kevin Schichtel , Principal
• Tavares Elementary School
• Phone: [phone] ex 2610
• Email: [e-mail]

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