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Date Posted 3/18/2025 Contact AIMS CommunicationsNumber of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
28.72 - 30.48 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $28.72 -$ 30.48 per hour Length of Work Year 11 Months Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary
Basic Function: Under the direction of assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in an assigned educational program; assist children with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP); attend to the physical and health needs of students; monitor and report student progress regarding educational performance; perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and classroom management. This position may be used as a step towards further professional development opportunities as an Instructional Support Specialist and/or certificated position. Representative Duties: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately. Essential Job Functions: - Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students (In K-8) In assigned classrooms and pull-out groups; assist students with disabilities to meet the goals and objectives included in their IEP. - Read IEP goals to support instruction to maximize student progress when trained by appropriate staff. - Communicate with teachers and/or parents as may be required to assist in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives. - Implement class wide and individual behavior strategies to effectively maintain a safe learning environment when trained by appropriate staff, when needed. - Communicate professionally with other staff and parents, both written and verbal, to provide seamless and transparent communication between all parties. View Job Description for Full Details
View Job Description Requirements / QualificationsQualifications: The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. Prerequisites: - Meet Highly Qualified requirement of No Child Left Behind: A high school diploma or equivalent AND a) an Associate of Arts degree or higher, or b) 48 or more college units, or c) a passing score on a test - (CBEST, ParaPro or CODESP) and relevant training or course work in child growth and development, instructional technology or closely related field. - Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate - Willingness to complete at least 15 hours of additional training as required to perform the duties of the job; including, without limitation, annual training describing the duties as mandated reporters of child abuse - Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable Knowledge of: - Special needs, issues, and requirements of special education students - Common Core Standards, Content Standards, District Curriculum, Response to Intervention, Full Service Community Schools - The 13 disability categories outlined in California Education Code and how they affect students’ ability to access education
Ability To: - Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment - Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher - Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately - Communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing - Reinforce instruction to students with disabilities, communication, and behavioral problems - Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards children with special needs - Understand and follow oral and written directions - Learn the procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties - Remain calm and exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs - Gather data and prepare reports, as directed - Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, school personnel, parents, co-workers, and the public - Work independently with appropriate direction and follow established policies and practices - Work confidentially and with discretion - Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action - Supervise and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures - Learn and use technology and computer software applications as appropriate to the work environment - Use tact, patience, and courtesy when dealing with people, and discretion in handling of confidential records - Understand and be sensitive to those of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds - Use initiative and judgment in discussing problems involving practices and policies with the public and District staff - Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California in accordance with assigned duties - Qualify for a Standard First Aid and CPR certificate - Apply integrity and trust in all situations
Requirements / QualificationsQualifications: The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. Prerequisites: - Meet Highly Qualified requirement of No Child Left Behind: A high school diploma or equivalent AND a) an Associate of Arts degree or higher, or b) 48 or more college units, or c) a passing score on a test - (CBEST, ParaPro or CODESP) and relevant training or course work in child growth and development, instructional technology or closely related field. - Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate - Willingness to complete at least 15 hours of additional training as required to perform the duties of the job; including, without limitation, annual training describing the duties as mandated reporters of child abuse - Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable Knowledge of: - Special needs, issues, and requirements of special education students - Common Core Standards, Content Standards, District Curriculum, Response to Intervention, Full Service Community Schools - The 13 disability categories outlined in California Education Code and how they affect students’ ability to access education
Ability To: - Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment - Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher - Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately - Communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing - Reinforce instruction to students with disabilities, communication, and behavioral problems - Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards children with special needs - Understand and follow oral and written directions - Learn the procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties - Remain calm and exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs - Gather data and prepare reports, as directed - Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, school personnel, parents, co-workers, and the public - Work independently with appropriate direction and follow established policies and practices - Work confidentially and with discretion - Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action - Supervise and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures - Learn and use technology and computer software applications as appropriate to the work environment - Use tact, patience, and courtesy when dealing with people, and discretion in handling of confidential records - Understand and be sensitive to those of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds - Use initiative and judgment in discussing problems involving practices and policies with the public and District staff - Read, understand, interpret, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California in accordance with assigned duties - Qualify for a Standard First Aid and CPR certificate - Apply integrity and trust in all situations
Comments and Other Information AIMS covers 100% insurance premium cost of employees: Kaiser Gold 80 HRA Dental Vision Life AD&D AIMS offers: (11-Month Employment Contract) Flexible Spending Account Cancer, Accident, Disability, Pet Insurance 403(b) Options with Match Sick Leave 25 Paid Non-workdays (per AIMS Calendar) AIMS K-12 College Prep Charter District does not provide J1 or H1B Visa Comments and Other InformationAIMS covers 100% insurance premium cost of employees: Kaiser Gold 80 HRA Dental Vision Life AD&D AIMS offers: (11-Month Employment Contract) Flexible Spending Account Cancer, Accident, Disability, Pet Insurance 403(b) Options with Match Sick Leave 25 Paid Non-workdays (per AIMS Calendar) AIMS K-12 College Prep Charter District does not provide J1 or H1B Visa CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY