What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator Instructional Support - SPED (Open Recruitment) position at Westminster School District?
Paraeducator Instructional Support - SPED (Open Recruitment) at Westminster School District
Application Deadline
5/12/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
714-894-7311 1171
Number of Openings
Salary
$21.91 - $26.61 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
Employment Type
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
- Current & Future Vacancies & Substitutes - Various locations - both Elementary and Middle Schools - Working hours are generally between 7:30am and 2:45pm, to be scheduled according to school site needs. - Part-time positions are typically 3 to 6 hours per day (15 - 29.5 hours per week).
Requirements / Qualifications
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assists a certificated teacher(s) or specialist(s) in providing instruction to students in a special education learning environment; monitors and reports student progress, behavior and performance. Positions in this class are distinguished from other Paraeducator positions by assignment to work with students with mild to moderate (M/M) disabilities, such as students in a Special Day Class, or a Resource Specialist Program. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and demonstrated experience in working with children in a learning situation; preferably children with learning problems. College level training preferred. Must meet ONE of the following: - 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR - AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR - Passing score on our District's written exam
- Copy of Transcript
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assists a certificated teacher(s) or specialist(s) in providing instruction to students in a special education learning environment; monitors and reports student progress, behavior and performance. Positions in this class are distinguished from other Paraeducator positions by assignment to work with students with mild to moderate (M/M) disabilities, such as students in a Special Day Class, or a Resource Specialist Program. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and demonstrated experience in working with children in a learning situation; preferably children with learning problems. College level training preferred. Must meet ONE of the following: - 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR - AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR - Passing score on our District's written exam
- Copy of Transcript
- Resume
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Comments and Other Information
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- CalPERS Retirement Benefits
Salary : $22 - $27