INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT-SPECIAL EDUCATION

Salary : $20.12 - $24.44 Hourly

Location : Carlsbad, CA

Job Type : Part Time, 10 Months

Job Number : 25-1124

Department : Instructional Services

Opening Date : 01 / 08 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 29 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Pacific

Position Details

This is an open recruitment to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacant positions for the 2024 - 2025 school year.

The eligibility list will be used to fill any vacancies which may occur within a period of one year, or until depleted. Vacancies in this classification work from 5 - 6 hours per day, 204 days per school year.

The recruitment process will consist of a training and experience evaluation and a structured interview,

BASIC FUNCTION :

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist certificated staff in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students with mild to moderate disabilities in a classroom setting; assist students with developing behavioral skills; perform a variety of instructional support activities to assist students in learning curriculum.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

The Instructional Assistant-Special Education classification can be differentiated from the other classifications in the Instructional Assistant-Special Education series in that the Instructional Assistant-Special Education classification is responsible for providing grade-level academic support to students with mild to moderate disabilities, whereas the Instructional Assistant-Special Education / Moderate-Severe Disability classification is responsible for providing academic support to students with severe cognitive and / or physical disabilities and the Instructional Assistant-Special Education / Behavioral Intervention classification is responsible for providing academic support to students with significant aggressive and / or other behavioral difficulties.

Essential Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Assist certificated staff by providing benchmark (grade-level) and strategic academic instruction to support individuals or small groups of special education students in a classroom; confer with certificated staff concerning lesson plans and site materials to meet student needs; assist with the implementation of lesson plans and instructional activities; observe and track academic progress and behavior of students and provide updates to assigned teacher.

Monitor and assist students at varying levels of ability with completing assignments and educational activities; explain and ensure student understanding of classroom assignments and homework instructions; administer and monitor students during tests.

Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; enforce appropriate student behavior and ensure student understanding of classroom rules; monitor students during outdoor activities, recess, eating, field trips, job site visits and various other activities as assigned; plan and facilitate structured playground activities; assist students by answering questions and by providing proper examples and behavioral guidance.

Assist certificated staff in the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (I.E.P.) and related goals and objectives, providing support to students with meeting IEP goals and objectives, monitoring student progress, and adapting, accommodating, and modifying classroom and homework assignments to meet individual student needs and reinforce learning activities.

Accompany and assist students in mainstreamed classes as assigned without disrupting classroom activities; take notes for students as needed; escort students to and from buses and classes; push student wheelchairs and assist with walkers; lift students in and out of wheelchairs; assist students on and off of buses.

Assist students with reading activities and observe their reading abilities; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.

Assist students with operating computers and utilizing software and internet applications.

Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials, scoring student tests and assignments, recording grades and taking and recording attendance, and maintaining various records related to student progress reports, IEP goals, and behavioral tracking; assist with scheduling meetings, appointments and services as assigned.

Provide classroom support by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.

Ensure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other assigned areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

Administer first aid and CPR according to established procedures as needed.

Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences and in-services as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES :

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF :

Grade-level mathematics, language arts, and other academic subjects

Guidance principles and practices related to students with special education needs.

Problems and concerns of students with special needs.

Safe practices in classroom activities.

Subjects taught in District elementary and secondary schools.

Basic instructional methods and techniques.

Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned

software.

Oral and written communication skills.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Record-keeping and filing techniques.

First aid and CPR procedures.

ABILITY TO :

Take initiative in beginning tasks and following them through to completion

Use critical thinking and innovation to solve problems

Handle stressful situations with tact and professionalism

Work interactively as a team member

Adapt to a variety of situations and environments

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Understand and relate to students / adults with special needs.

Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward special education students.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Demonstrate ability to be dependable

Operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Entrance Qualifications

Certificates : Possession of valid First Aid and Child / Infant / Adult CPR certificates issued by a recognized agency. No online certificates accepted. Copies must be submitted along with the application materials.

NCLB Option 1 : Completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an accredited college or have obtained an Associates (or higher) degree. (Copies of transcripts must be submitted along with the application materials.)

NCLB Option 2 : Complete and pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.

Selection Process / Additional Information

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, as demonstrated in their application materials, will be required to successfully complete a competitive testing process to measure the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job, which may consist of a written examination, a training and experience evaluation, a performance examination, and / or structured oral interviews. The candidates achieving the top three ranks of the appropriate eligibility list will be referred for a final selection interview. The Eligibility List resulting from this examination may be used to fill vacancies in related job classifications for which no Eligibility List exists (Ed Code 45272).

Carlsbad Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Carlsbad Unified School District aspires for our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our students

Pay Increases : New classified employees are typically placed on the first step of the assigned salary range. Step increases occur annually until Step 5 is reached, after which longevity steps are allocated in accordance with years of service.

Benefits : Employees working 4 hours per day or more will be provided an option of Anthem Blue Cross HMO or Kaiser health benefits, as well as Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision benefits; employee contribution amounts are shared with the District and vary depending on number of hours worked per day. (Employees may opt out of medical, dental and vision insurance but may require to provide proof of other health coverage.) The district also pays into a life insurance policy for all employees who work at least 4 hours per day. Additional options for life insurance and disability insurance are available.

Vacation : New employees earn vacation time on a basis of 1 day for each month in paid status, resulting in up to 12 days of vacation time per year, prorated based on months worked per year. Employees with years of longevity may earn up to 25 days of vacation time per year, prorated based on months worked per year.

Holidays : Employees are allocated up to 15 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays per year; holidays are prorated based on months worked per year.

Sick and Personal Necessity : Employees earn sick leave on a basis of 1 day for each month in paid status, resulting in up to 12 days of sick time per year. Employees may use up to 7 days of their sick leave balance each year for personal necessity purposes.

Retirement : Retirement : Employees working 4 or more hours per day and those already contributing to CalPERS will be automatically enrolled into CalPERS upon hire. The District's CalPERS formula is 2% at 55 for employees enrolled with CalPERS prior to 12 / 31 / 2012 and 2% at 62 for employees who have already or will enroll into CalPERS as of 01 / 01 / 2013 or afterward. Employees working less than 4 hours per day will be included in an alternative retirement plan based on the use of pretax contributions.

Please visit the Carlsbad Unified School District website to view details regarding salary schedules, employees benefits, an electronic copy of the LIUNA Classified Union Handbook, and an electronic copy of the Personnel Commission Rules.

I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following supplemental questionnaire for this position. The information I provide will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. If the supplemental question is not applicable, please indicate N / A. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

Please provide a written response of 100-300 words to each question below. You may use a paragraph and / or bullet format and your responses will NOT be measured on the basis of grammar, spelling or writing ability, but on the content provided.The information you provide will be evaluated by a panel of qualified, objective raters as a weighted test part, and will determine which applicants will be invited to a structured interview. Please note that your responses will NOT be attached to your application or resume during the evaluation process.Be sure to answer the questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions may also be assessed in subsequent examination parts, and any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and a possible bar from future employment opportunities with the Carlsbad Unified School District.I understand the instructions provided above and hereby certify the accuracy of the information I am providing.

I understand that failure to respond to the following questions may result in the rejection of my application and I will not proceed in the testing process. Rsums are NOT reviewed for assessing the weighted test part. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.I understand the instructions provided above and hereby certify the accuracy of the information I am providing.

Have you completed at least 48 semester units of study at an accredited college or have you obtained an Associate's (or higher) degree? If you answer yes to this question, copies of transcripts must be submitted along with the application materials. If you answer no to this question, you will be given an examination that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness in addition to the regular examinations required of all candidates.

Do you currently hold valid First Aid and Child / Infant / Adult CPR certificates?

1. Describe your experience providing academic support to students. Please include any experience tutoring or assisting in instruction. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N / A.

2. Describe your experience assisting students with special needs in socializing and communicating with typical peers. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N / A.

3. Please describe any experience you have monitoring student academic progress and supporting IEP (Individualized Education Plan) goals. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N / A.

Please be sure to answer the above questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions may be assessed in subsequent examination parts, and any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and a possible bar from future employment opportunities with the Carlsbad Unified School District.

I have read and understand the instructions above and hereby certify the accuracy of the information I am providing.

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