What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Instructional Assistant - Behavior position at Downey Unified School District?
Senior Instructional Assistant - Behavior at Downey Unified School District
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Continuous
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$22.70 - $27.63 Per Hour
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About the Employer
Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Only online applications and required First Aid and CPR certifications issued by an authorized agency (desirable at the time of application) will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey This is a Open and Promotional recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill vacancies. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list. We will be establishing a hiring Eligibility List for substitutes and current and future openings. Positions in this classification are part-time, 25 - 32.50 hours per week, 10 months per year. The recruitment process will consist of a written and/or 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 activi
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and one year of experience working with students in an instructional setting, or graduation from high school, completion of the Downey Unified School District Training Our Paraeducators for Success (TOPS) Program and six months experience working with children in an instructional setting. One year’s experience with behavioral data collection preferred. Training in implementing behavior analysis techniques is highly desirable.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid First Aid and CPR Certificates issued by an authorized agency, as well as meeting requirements to keep certificates current. Some positions in this class may be required to speak, read, and write in a second designated language. Senior Instructional Assistants – Behavior who assist in classroom instruction must meet the education and experience requirement and the following requirements as set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): All candidates must meet the state Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: 1. Possession of an associate's degree or higher 2. Completion of at least 48 full semester units at an accredited college or university 3. Taking and passing the ESSA exam administered by Downey Unified School District If you meet the ESSA requirement through possession of the associate's degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units, please attach a copy of your degree or college level transcripts to your application.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and one year of experience working with students in an instructional setting, or graduation from high school, completion of the Downey Unified School District Training Our Paraeducators for Success (TOPS) Program and six months experience working with children in an instructional setting. One year’s experience with behavioral data collection preferred. Training in implementing behavior analysis techniques is highly desirable.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid First Aid and CPR Certificates issued by an authorized agency, as well as meeting requirements to keep certificates current. Some positions in this class may be required to speak, read, and write in a second designated language. Senior Instructional Assistants – Behavior who assist in classroom instruction must meet the education and experience requirement and the following requirements as set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): All candidates must meet the state Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: 1. Possession of an associate's degree or higher 2. Completion of at least 48 full semester units at an accredited college or university 3. Taking and passing the ESSA exam administered by Downey Unified School District If you meet the ESSA requirement through possession of the associate's degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units, please attach a copy of your degree or college level transcripts to your application.
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits
Salary : $23 - $28