What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant, Basic (2026-2027) position at ODESSA ELEMENTARY?
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Estimated Start: 8/10/2026
Location: Odessa Elementary, 12810 Interlake Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34655
School Related Personnel - SRP
Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting teacher(s) in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources, under the direct supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
- Associate Degree, completion of 60 semester hours of college or passing score of 457 on the ParaPro Test
- All employees must satisfactorily complete any required training. All employees must meet all mandated federal and state health requirements
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BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.
For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.