Paraprofessional Behavior at Palm Springs Unified School District
Application Deadline
6/3/2026 3:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/27/2026
Contact
Robert Soria
760-883-2715
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
$21.10
Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$21.10 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
5.75 Hours, School Year
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
To establish an eligibility pool list for future vacancies throughout the District.
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently lift 40-50 lbs., as well as frequent bending and reaching.
Written Exam
TBD - Paraprofessional Behavior General Knowledge exam & District’s NCLB exam (English & Math). If you have previously passed any of these exams, be sure to attach your test results letter when you submit your application.
About the Employer
Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District.
Lifelong Learning Starts Here!
The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services.
It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success:
We foster
- A growth mindset
- Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments
- An every-student, every-day mentality
- Highly engaging learning opportunities
- Instruction that is tailored to student needs
- Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential
Join our PSUSD Team!
Requirements / Qualifications
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following:
1) Attached proof of High School completion (e.g., High School diploma, High School transcripts, or GED.) **College degrees/transcripts will not be accepted in lieu of proof of High School completion.
2) College level coursework in psychology, education, child growth and development or related field.
3) Completion of the Target Success Sketch questionnaire is required and must be completed before the application deadline. The Target Sketch questionnaire will be part of the application process while filling your application on Ed-Join.org.
If you need assistance with this process contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715.
- Proof of HS Graduation ((e.g., High School diploma, High School transcripts, or GED.))
Requirements / Qualifications
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following:
1) Attached proof of High School completion (e.g., High School diploma, High School transcripts, or GED.) **College degrees/transcripts will not be accepted in lieu of proof of High School completion.
2) College level coursework in psychology, education, child growth and development or related field.
3) Completion of the Target Success Sketch questionnaire is required and must be completed before the application deadline. The Target Sketch questionnaire will be part of the application process while filling your application on Ed-Join.org.
If you need assistance with this process contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715.
- Proof of HS Graduation ((e.g., High School diploma, High School transcripts, or GED.))
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal, provide behavioral support to effectively address student behaviors that interfere with classroom learning and/or effective social-emotional interactions; assist in collection of data, monitoring and charting student behavior; perform a variety of clerical and other supportive tasks for assigned certificated instructional and support personnel; learn and apply individual instructional procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level coursework in psychology, education, child growth and development or related field and one year experience working with elementary and/or middle school children in an educational or organized learning environment.**PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
Upon offer of employment, you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing. Passage of a TB clearance & pre-employment physical exam is will also be required. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are provided if selected for a position of at least 7 hours a day.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal, provide behavioral support to effectively address student behaviors that interfere with classroom learning and/or effective social-emotional interactions; assist in collection of data, monitoring and charting student behavior; perform a variety of clerical and other supportive tasks for assigned certificated instructional and support personnel; learn and apply individual instructional procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level coursework in psychology, education, child growth and development or related field and one year experience working with elementary and/or middle school children in an educational or organized learning environment.**PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
Upon offer of employment, you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing. Passage of a TB clearance & pre-employment physical exam is will also be required. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are provided if selected for a position of at least 7 hours a day.
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• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination
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