Instructional Assistant Mild/Moderate and IA Moderate/Severe
Application Deadline: 8/30/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
About the Employer
Welcome to Fountain Valley School District. Located in central Orange County, California, FVSD is comprised of seven elementary and three middle schools. We provide rigorous academic programs and social and emotional support to approximately 6,000 TK – 8th grade students from the cities of Fountain Valley and Huntington Beach. We are proud of the achievements of our schools including California Distinguished Schools and National Blue Ribbon recognition. We pride ourselves in our commitment to doing what it takes for ALL students to reach their potential.
FVSD strives to recruit and retain the very best to join our family, seeking candidates committed to inspiring students to be critical thinkers, committed learners and caring citizens.
About the Role
We are seeking Instructional Assistants for Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe support positions.
- IA Mild/Moderate: 28.75 hours per week, $22.31 - $27.13 per hour (Range 25, 5 steps). Per the CSEA contract, hiring may be made up to step 3.
- IA Moderate/Severe: 28.75 hours per week, $23.49 - $28.55 per hour (Range 30, 5 steps). Per the CSEA contract, hiring may be made up to step 3.
Length of work year: 9.6 months/year. Employment type: Part-time.
Requirements
Job descriptions for the two positions, including experience and educational requirements, can be found on the Fountain Valley School District website.
- Candidates who have already passed the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) test will not need to retake it but must contact Lisa at ocainl@fvsd.us to verify scores before the test.
- Applicants needing reasonable accommodation for interviewing or testing must notify the Personnel Department at (714) 843-3228 prior to the testing date.
Examination Process
All applicants will be invited to attend the No Child Left Behind written test. Information about testing will be communicated via email. The test will be held at the Fountain Valley School District Office, 10055 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. Please bring a valid photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport.
Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications following the written test. This examination process is being conducted to add to substitute lists as well as to fill current and future vacancies. Candidates who pass each part of the written test and the oral interview will be considered for hire.
Pay
- IA Mild/Moderate: $22.31 - $27.13 per hour (Range 25, Step 1-5).
- IA Moderate/Severe: $23.49 - $28.55 per hour (Range 30, Step 1-5).
Per CSEA contract, hiring may be made up to step 3.
Schedule
- 28.75 hours per week.
- 9.6 months per year.