What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Instructional Assistant - Quest Elementary position at Brevard Public Schools?
Quest Elementary School in Viera is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Instructional Assistant - ESE (Exceptional Student Education) to assist certified personnel in achieving instructional goals through active participation in curricular activities and supervision of students.
This position is full time, 6.5 hours per day for 9 months, while school is in session. Instructional Assistants may be required for before/after school bus duty with assigned student(s).
School/Center: Quest Elementary
Location: 8751 Trafford Drive Melbourne
School Year: 2025 FY
Position: IA-EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION
Apply By: 03/05/2025
Date Available: 02/27/2025
Contract: 9 Month
Hours/Day: 6.500
STARTING SALARY
Based on classification and pay plan for Classified employees:
Grade 18 $16.68 p/h (HS Diploma and ParaPro min score 464 or 60 hrs college credit in core curriculum)
Grade 19 $17.06 p/h (AA / AS or higher)
Qualifications/Certifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent or special diploma required
2. Minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited educational institution with at least 30 semester hours in general education core curriculum and/or child development and education or successful completion of the ParaPro test with a score of 464 or higher
3. Experience working with children
4. Valid Florida Driver License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Ability to work effectively with teachers, parents and children. Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of school-related equipment. Assist in planning and implementing instructional activities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Please review the full job description at: https://divisions.brevardschools.org/sites/humanresources/HR External/Approved Job Descriptions/9260_IA-EXED_N4332_03.01.21.pdf
To apply, qualified candidates should create an online BPS "BEACON" employment application for support staff at www.brevardschools.org under the Careers tab.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.68 - $17.06 per hour
Expected hours: 32.5 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Public school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $17
