What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute: Instructional Support Specialist (2024-25) position at Los Angeles County Office of Education?
Job Summary
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree
REQUIREMENTS FOR HIRE
All applicants must:
Complete application for this position (including 3 references)
Successfully complete an interview with a member of the Substitute Office or Recruitment team
To expedite hire processing, candidates may gather the following materials:
Negative TB test current within past 60 days
Sealed copies of all college transcripts
Valid Driver's License, ID card, Permanent Residency Card or current US passport
Social Security Card (no copies)
All hires are contingent on applicant passing criminal background check.
DESCRIPTION
BASIC FUNCTION: As part of the instructional team and under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of specialized educational supports, including the implementation of behavioral interventions, increased access to the common core curriculum and, as needed, meet physical needs of students with disabilities. Key distinctions in this role compared to other paraprofessional roles include specialization in instructional supports that can support students to moving to less restrictive environments, training and enhanced abilities in providing behavioral supports to all students, and providing a pathway to a certificated position for interested employees. Although providing physical and health support services to students with disabilities may be directed on an as needed and case by case basis, it is not anticipated to be a daily task applying to all students supported by the Instructional Support Specialist.
Requirements / Qualifications
PREREQUISITES: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or one of the related behavioral sciences. For employees who are employed as OUSD Intervention Specialists as of April 22, 2015, their education and OUSD work experience satisfies the degree prerequisite for the position.
40 hours of training in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) required
Currently have, or willing to obtain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
At least one year of experience working in an educational setting with students who present behavioral challenges and may be eligible for special education under the following categories: Emotional Disturbance, Autism and/or Intellectual Disability required
Experience implementing intensive behavioral intervention programs required
Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate
Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:
Employment eligibility will include fingers, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance
Comments and Other Information
Oakland Unified School District
Application Deadline
6/30/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/4/2025
Contact
Oakland Unified School District Recruitment
Number of Openings
100
Salary
Single Rate
$20.47 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$20.47 / Per Hour
Length of Work Year
205 days or hours as assigned
Employment Type
Part Time
Salary : $20
