Community Work Experience Instructional Assistant (3 Positions)

This position requires command of the English language. Knowledge of pertinent academic areas and learning situations, as well as general needs and behaviors of students; proper classroom supervision techniques and procedures; knowledge of designated academic, vocational and/or specialized areas of learning, sufficient to instruct students at a specified level of achievement are also required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of English language
• Knowledge of academic, vocational, and specialized areas of learning
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and take appropriate actions
• Ability to supervise students in various situations
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate classroom records and files
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer typewriter, copy machines, tape recorders, and projectors
• Ability to maintain calm and patience in stressful situations
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions independently
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties

Duties

• Absorb and apply the requirements of students in specific learning programs to which assigned
• Assist teachers in instructing individuals and small groups of students in various learning situations including basic academic subjects, self-help, social integration, vocational skills, personal hygiene, etc.
• Supervise students in the performance of Journey Career Center community job-related experience placements on a daily or regular basis
• Assist in the preparation and transporting of students from the classroom into the community for job exploration
• Provide teacher(s) and school administrators with relevant feedback and information on student’s progress through observation and daily contact
• Absorb and apply the requirements of students in specific learning programs to which assigned
• Assist in preparing and maintaining required paperwork, records, and reports for assigned program area as necessary
• Perform related duties as required

Benefits

The Following Are Required And Must Be Submitted:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Proof of passing Paraprofessional Exam from any district
• AA Degree or higher
• At least 48 college units
• Passing CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test)

MUST POSSESS AND MAINTAIN A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE. A CURRENT COPY OF DMV DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQURIED OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT. A substance abuse test at District expense is required as a condition of employment after all other required job conditions have been met. This position will also be subject to random and for-cause substance abuse testing during the term of employment. A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

Starting Salary

$2,390.10 (monthly)

Number of Months

9.4 (to begin August 12, 2026)

Number of Hours

7 (daily working hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)