Elementary Campus Assistant

Only online applications will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey 

This is an OPEN and CONTINUOUS recruitment to establish an eligibility list, fill vacancies, and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Positions in this classification are part-time 17.5 hours per week, 11 months/182 work days per year. 

The recruitment process will consist of an oral technical interview. Testing may occur on a weekly basis. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

Recruitment will close without warning when sufficient applications have been received. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of a school  administrator or designee, provides supervision of students, and assists in monitoring the school campus to ensure that student safety protocols are observed and school/playground rules and regulations are followed by students.Monitors and reinforces student behavior expectations in assigned areas (e.g. designated eating areas, bathrooms, playground, hallways, etc.) to ensure activities are conducted in a safe school environment with minimal risk of injury to students. E
 
Reports  issues of student discipline and other concerns to designated staff according to site approved procedures. E
 
Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance. E
 
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations. E
 
Alert staff or administrators in emergency situations as appropriate.  E
 
Assists with school site activities, reports as needed to ensure a clean and safe learning environment. E
 
May set up and take down playground equipment (e.g. balls, jump ropes, etc.).E
 
Administers first aid and CPR as needed to students. E
 
Supervise and assist students as they arrive to and from school safely. E
 
Must demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required. E
 
Attend meetings and workshops as assigned. E

May assist in monitoring and directing visitors within the school grounds (e.g. reporting unauthorized visitors, redirecting visitors, reporting persons who may appear to present a safety risk to students; etc.) to assure visitors on campus are authorized and providing a safe campus for students. 
 
Circulated throughout the designated eating areas during mealtime. Helps students by opening packages and milk cartons. Cleans up minor spills and provides additional assistance to students as needed. E
 
Perform related duties as assigned.
 
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized “E” which identifies essential duties required of the classification.KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe practices in lunchroom and playground activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

 
ABILITY TO:

• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students and staff.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Monitor, observe and report students' behavior according to approved procedures.

Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and some experience in the care of children in an organized setting is preferred.  

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 
Obtain valid First Aid and CPR certification within five (5) months of employment issued by an authorized agency, as well as meeting the requirements to keep certificates current. 

ENVIRONMENT:
Incumbents in this classification work indoors and outdoors and/or in changing weather conditions with protection against he elements. Playground or lunchroom environment; extended exposure to sun or inclement weather; noise of children at play.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Seeing to monitor student behavior during assignment, hearing and speaking to provide guidance to students and to communicate with staff, dexterity of hands and fingers to participate in various activities with students, bending at the waist, kneeling, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Salary : $17 - $21