EDUCATION ASSISTANT - CLASSROOM AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS (2336)

Job Summary

Performs a variety of instructional and support tasks assisting teachers and staff in classroom settings and in before- and after-school programs operated by the Child Development and Child Care (CDCC) Department.

Job Description / Essential Elements

GLENDALE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

EDUCATION ASSISTANT CLASSROOM AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

DEFINITION

Performs a variety of instructional and support tasks assisting teachers and staff in classroom settings and in before- and after-school programs operated by the Child Development and Child Care (CDCC) Department.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

An Education Assistant – Classroom and Afterschool Programs works under the close supervision of a classroom teacher or a CDCC teacher, head teacher, or site leader and within a framework of established procedures, provides instructional assistance, student supervision, and program support in classroom and CDCC settings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Immediate supervision is provided by a classroom teacher or a CDCC teacher, head teacher or site leader.

No supervision is exercised over District personnel.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists students with academic tasks such as reading, writing, math, and other instructional activities.

Provides individual and small group supervision and support under the direction of certificated staff.

Assists in preparing and organizing instructional and enrichment activities in both classroom and afterschool settings.

Supervises students during activities, meals, recreational time, and field trips.

Assists in setting up and cleaning up classroom or program spaces.

Supports students with special needs, including those with learning or behavioral challenges, under the direction of a specialist.

Prepares materials for displays, activities, and instructional use.

Administers, scores, and records student work and assessments as directed.

Performs related clerical duties including maintaining student files and operating audiovisual and office equipment.

Assists in serving meals and snacks and supports routines such as napping (when applicable in early education or CDCC settings).

Performs related work as required.

 

CLASS QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Student needs and behavioral characteristics.

Basic principles of child development.

Classroom and afterschool program procedures.

English usage, grammar, and spelling.

Record keeping methods and office equipment operation.

Ability to:

Assist in implementing instructional and activity plans.

Supervise and support students in both academic and recreational settings.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Learn and work within the framework and requirements of the program to which assigned.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Address groups of students and be heard and understood outdoors.

Demonstrate or reinforce instructions for games, and other educational activities, indoors or outdoors.

Stand for prolonged periods of time while observing, demonstrating or reinforcing educational activities.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Minimum Requirements:

None.

Desirable:

Coursework related to student instruction, early childhood education, or child development.

Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.

Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

   

    05/1980  -  Classification established by Personnel Commission

    12/1986  -  Revision

06/13/2017 -  Minor Revision to Employment Standards

07/14/2025 -  Title change and revision to class specifications 

 

Requirements / Qualifications

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

CURRENT VACANCIES: Various opportunities exist for permanent and substitute assignments. Positions are 9.25 or 12 months per year. Work hours range from 3 to 6 hours per day for in-classroom and after-school programs. Assignments may be in any part of the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta or Montrose).

No online application progress through EDJOIN.
To apply please visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd

Minimum Requirements: None
Desirable:
-Coursework related to student instruction, early childhood education, or child development.
-Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.
-Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

No online application progress through EDJOIN.
To apply please visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd

Step-by-step online employment application guide:https://www.schooljobs.com/home/applicationguide
Phone inquiries are welcome at (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1378.

Incomplete applications are disqualified. Application materials must clearly demonstrate that applicants meet all minimum requirements for the job. If desired, resumes and other supporting documents may be scanned and attached to supplement a completed application form.

A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on the evaluation, those whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details at the appropriate time. Hourly pay rates listed above indicate the first and last steps of the range.

Comments and Other Information

Statement of Non-discrimination (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel:
Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, [email protected]
Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1500, [email protected]
Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, [email protected]