Paraprofessional-pre-k

School/Center: University Park Elementary
Location: 500 W. University B. Melbourne
Job Number:
School Year: 2027 FY
Position: ParaProfessional-PRE-K
Subtitle/Areas:
STARTING SALARY
Based on classification and pay plan for Classified employees:
Grade 18 $16.68 p/h (HS Diploma and ParaPro min score 457 or 60 hrs college credit in core curriculum)
Grade 19 $17.06 p/h (AA / AS or higher)
Apply By: 09/03/2026
Date Available: 08/28/2026
Status: All Applicants
Contract: 9 Month
Hours/Day: 6.500
Qualifications/Certifications:
SUMMARY/SCOPE/GOAL
To assist certified personnel in achieving instructional goals through participation in curricular activities and
supervision of students.
QUALIFICATIONS
PARAPROFESSIONAL I (GRADE 18)
EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED:
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 457 or higher.
• Experience working with children.
• A Head Start Preschool assistant teacher must meet at least one of the these criteria:
• Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (preschool level);
• Possess a State-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds CDA requirements;
• Be enrolled in a program leading to an associate or bachelor•s degree;
• Be enrolled in a CDA credential program, with the expectation of completion within 2 years of
hire.
PREFERRED/DESIRED:
PARAPROFESSIONAL II (GRADE 19)
EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED:
• Associate•s degree or higher from an accredited educational institution required.
• Experience working with children.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
REQUIRED:
• Valid State Driver•s License.

Job Type: Support Personnel
Instructional Subject: N/A
Support Personnel Area: Classroom Assistant
Career and Technology Ed Subject: N/A
Coaching Activity: N/A