Instructional Assistant - Specialized Academic Instruction

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of an administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher and specialists, assists in the instructional support and supervision of limited or non-English speaking students assigned to a designated mild/moderate special academic instructional program including classroom organization and student safety; performs a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom and program activities; serves as an interpreter for teachers or non-English speaking parents as assigned; and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Consistent with No Child Left Behind Act of 2002 and other related legislation, candidates for this classification must meet the following standards:

The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following:

1. Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or

2. Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or

3. Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

EXPERIENCE:

Sufficient experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below.* Previous experience working with secondary-level students with intellectual disabilities is preferred.

*Pending Personnel Commission Approval

Comments and Other Information

Please attach your education documents and any certificates to your application.