1 SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I, II, III Job in Palmdale, CA
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SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I, II, III
$30k-41k (estimate)
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Palmdale School District is Hiring a SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I, II, III Near Palmdale, CA
To perform a variety of duties and responsibilities involved in assisting in special education programs including to prepare teaching materials, supervise students and to meet the special education needs of students.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Classes in this series are distinguished by level of education attained and years of experience. The Special Education Instructional Assistant I classification requires formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from certificated staff.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist special education teacher in the conduct of lessons and other classroom activities; prepare for and assist with various classroom projects; clean up after classroom projects.
- Assist individual or small groups of students with academic skills; listen to and drill individuals or small groups of students in reading, spelling, math and other subjects.
- Observe students; answer questions; give individual instruction; counsel and calm students as needed.
- Assist in carrying out behavior modification programs including charting, time out supervision and self-defense; assist teacher in maintaining classroom control.
- Assist in supervising students during playground activities, bus loading and unloading, outings and other activities.
- Assist teacher in preparation of instructional and testing materials; administer and score tests; correct papers; assist in the preparation of graphic and written teaching materials.
- Assist special education teacher in assessing programs and materials to meet the needs of the children; collect, assemble, and distribute textbooks, learning package materials, supplies, equipment, and other resource materials; assist in ordering instructional material and aids when necessary.
- Perform routine duties and activities, such as grade recording in grade book, taking attendance and maintaining attendance records; fill out forms and applications as needed.
- Assist in maintaining a neat, orderly, and attractive learning environment, such as preparing bulletin board materials and decorate classroom.
- Attend and participate in faculty, staff, inservice and parent conferences and meetings, as required.
- Set up and operate audio-visual equipment, computer, copying machines and other related equipment that serve as aids in or to the instructional program.
- Perform a variety of general clerical duties.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Some instructional assistant experience is desirable.
Education/Training:
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
This position requires applicants to meet academic proficiency requirements in ONE of the following ways:
This position requires applicants to meet academic proficiency requirements in ONE of the following ways:
- Completed two years or more of college units (48 units); OR
- Received an AA degree or higher; OR
- Successfully complete our academic proficiency exam (reading, language arts, math).
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current American Red Cross First Aid Certificate is desirable.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current CPR Certificate is desirable.
| If you are attempting to satisfy the academic proficiency requirement, official college transcripts must be attached to the application to validate the degree awarded or completion of 48 college units. If official transcripts are not attached to the application, you will be required to take and pass the academic proficiency assessment in addition to the job-specific examination for this position. Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. |
Application Filing
Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent electronically by email. Work Schedule:This position typically works part-time, 5.75 hours per day, and observes the student calendar. There is potential for more hours in accordance with employee seniority standing and position availability.
ExaminationThe examination component consists of a qualifying multiple-choice exam and structured oral interview exam. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be required to take the exams and are notified via email communication of the scheduled date, time, and location. A valid picture identification is required prior to admittance.
Test Taking Tips (example guide only) |
After the exam procedure concludes for this recruitment, an eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. When eligibility lists include open and promotional lists of qualified persons through competitive examination, the promotional list will be used first, unless otherwise stated in this bulletin.
Salary The initial salary rate for a new employee is at the first step of the appropriate salary schedule for the position.The probationary period is 130 work days (not counting sick, industrial accident). Upon becoming permanent, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with future annual advances up to the fifth step of the salary schedule. Working ConditionsIndoor/outdoor environment. Exposure to temperature swings in climate-controlled indoor environments and outdoor environments when walking between buildings or to vehicle and offices; potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens; exposure to various noises form classrooms, office equipment/machines, students and employees. Physical Demands
20 lb. lifting/carrying weight requirement
Some sitting, walking and standing for extended periods of time; bending; stooping; pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting; see and hear in normal visual and audio range with or without correction.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity. For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link: https://www.palmdalesd.org/domain/2092For further information regarding Palmdale School District’s Personnel Sexual Harassment Board Policy, BP 4119.11, please click the following link: https://www.palmdalesd.org/cms/lib/CA02000054/Centricity/Domain/54/PSD Sexual Harrassment 05242021.pdf
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Other
SALARY
$30k-41k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/28/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/18/2024
WEBSITE
ot.palmdalesd.org
HEADQUARTERS
Palmdale, CA
SIZE
<25
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