Instructional Aide

Application Deadline: 8/15/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted: 8/3/2026
Contact: Victoria Baay, (760) 767-5335

About the Role

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist teachers in classroom operations; instruct students individually and in small groups; perform clerical duties; and related work as required.

Employment Type: Part Time
Length of Work Year: 10 months (4.50 hours Monday - Friday)

Responsibilities

• Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and supervise student drills and assignments; assist students with reading, writing, math, computer skills, and other subject areas.
• Administer, monitor, and score a variety of tests; rephrase materials and explain instructions as needed.
• Prepare instructional materials in accordance with grade level, lesson plans, and appropriate reading collection; work with students in handwriting, phonics, letter recognition, and other activities.
• Observe and control behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Perform clerical duties such as preparing, typing, and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers, and recording grades; prepare and maintain student records and cumulative files.
• Provide support to the teacher by preparing for daily activities, setting up work areas, displays, and exhibits, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies, and materials.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned, including standards-aligned PE at recess; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities; accompany students on field trips.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned; operate instructional and audio-visual equipment.
• Participate in in-service training programs as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma and passage of NCLB Paraprofessional Test as administered by the District or hold an AA degree.
• Minimum of AA degree or higher, or the ability to pass the No Child Left Behind Paraprofessional Examination.
• Successful candidate will need to pass a Department of Justice background check.
• Current TB test clearance.
• Letter of introduction.
• Three letters of reference from immediate supervisors.
• Resume.
• California Driver’s License.
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, and basic subjects taught in District schools, including math, grammar, spelling, language, and reading.
• Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including effective communication with staff and students.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of classroom procedures, appropriate student conduct, and classroom diagnostic procedures.
• Ability to assist with instruction, print and write legibly, work with students in basic subject areas, understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to monitor students according to approved policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated basic record-keeping techniques.
• Ability to operate instructional and office equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to hear and speak within normal ranges.
• Ability to see to monitor students.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Pay

Part time - Step 1 Range 15 of current classified pay schedule (pay dependent on experience).

Schedule

Approximately 9.5 months to coincide with the instructional calendar (4.50 hours Monday - Friday).