Instructional Assistant I-Special Education (Permanent & Substitute)

Job Summary

Under direction of a classroom teacher or program director, and the supervision of a school principal, provide instructional and non-professional support for students with disabilities. Provide intensified learning experiences in specialized programs and perform related work as required.

Requirements

/ Qualifications EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from secondary school or equivalent GED and one (1) year experience working with elementary school-age children in an organized educational, health, childcare, or other structured setting. Experience with children requiring a specialized learning environment is desirable.

Incumbents must meet requirements specified under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Special Qualifications include:

• Completed at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education OR
• Met (pass) a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (Please review the job description for more information) EXAMINATION PROCEDURES This is a promotional and open competitive recruitment. The examination may consist of a training and experience (supplemental responses) evaluation, written test or performance test and a structured oral interview. To qualify to be placed on an eligibility list, a candidate must obtain a passing score on each section of the examination process. Final scores will be obtained by combining the relative weights of scores on each test part. If Veteran's credit is claimed, proof of status (DD214) must be submitted to the Classified Personnel Office at the same time the application form is submitted or prior to testing. The life of the eligibility list will be twelve (12) months. The resulting eligibility list will be used to fill current and future permanent and substitute vacancies. Applicants who may need reasonable accommodation for interviewing or testing must notify the Personnel Department at (562) 690-2321, three (3) business days prior to the testing date. Date of Examination Candidates who are among the most qualified shall be notified via email or telephone of the time, date, and place of the examination(s). Explanation of Required Documents
• A fully completed Ed. Join Employment Application
• Pass District Proficiency Exam or submit transcripts/diploma showing 48 or more completed units at a institution of higher education by the application deadline
• Letter of Introduction Resume Comments and Other Information You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. Please note that incomplete applications will be screened out. Resumes must be attached and are not a substitute for a completed application. Fill out all sections of the application to the best of your ability. The Board of Trustees desires to provide District employees and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER