Instructional Aide

About The Job

OPEN RECRUITMENT

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

THIS ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT

SALARY

All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($23.02). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($26.69).

Job Summary

Persons in these positions work 3 hours per day (Monday - Friday) during school session, in Kindergarten to 12th grade classrooms. Under the general supervision of a certificated teacher or administrator, instructional aides support student instruction individually or in small groups at the elementary or secondary school level. They may be assigned to classrooms, reading labs, or special study centers.

Essential Duties

• Supports student instruction and assessment by working with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the teacher.
• Implements and modifies curriculum such as learning materials and activities, as directed by the teacher.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other techniques to assist students in development of appropriate behavior.
• Follows teacher's lesson plans to reinforce lessons presented by teacher.
• Implements alternative methods for presenting instruction to students, as directed by the teacher.
• Confers with teacher regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Provides feedback to teacher on students' progress.
• Assists teacher in scoring tests, recording grades, and charting student progress.
• Assists teacher in setting up experiments, displays, exhibits; operates audiovisual and other educational training equipment and aids; and distributes and collects educational materials, papers, and supplies.
• Implements standards set by the teacher of appropriate student behaviors for the purpose of achieving effective participation in activities; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Assists in monitoring student progress and behavior in the classroom, lunchroom, and playground activities; as well as other special educational activities, as assigned.
• May duplicate educational materials on a sporadic basis, within categorical funding guidelines.
• May accompany students on field trips.
• Operates classroom equipment including audio/visual devices and various forms of classroom technology.
• Attends trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and receiving updated current information on best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education and Experience : High school diploma and some experience working with young people are required. An associate’s degree is highly desirable. All candidates must meet the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: (1) Possession of an associate's degree or higher; (2) completion of 48 full semester units earned at an accredited college or university; (3) having a High School diploma or GED equivalent and taking and passing the ESSA exam. If you meet the ESSA requirement through possession of the associate's degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units, please attach a copy of your degree or college level transcripts to your application.

Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge of

• Basic methods used in instruction.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, as well as reading and mathematics.
• Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Health and safety regulations as related to the position.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Oral and written communication skills

Ability to

• Assist a certificated teacher or administrator in instructing students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Understand and apply rules, regulations, procedures and policies.
• Communicate effectively in the English language, both in oral and written form.
• Establish and maintain effective working relation­ships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Implement learning activities for students.
• Adapt basic teaching techniques and methods to support the teacher.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Monitor and assist students.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward students.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

SPECIAL NOTE : Some positions require verbal fluency in a language other than English.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file. A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request.

Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Dr. Lorena Sanchez, at ***email_hidden*** or View phone number on jobradars.com. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator - Chris Francis, Director of Personnel Services, at View email address on jobradars.com or View phone number on jobradars.com. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

Pupils have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Contact the district office to learn more about Title IX and Sex Discrimination/Harassment including how to file a complaint.

Information About Application Procedures And Employment

HOW TO APPLY : Applications must be completed on our website at Please note that the district office will not be giving out or accepting hard copy applications for those recruitments that are online only. Please read each posting carefully or call our office if you have any questions. All applications should be received by the Personnel Commission Office by 5:00 p.m. on the last day to file.

VETERAN'S CREDIT: Veterans shall have an additional five (5) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. "Veteran" as used in this article means any person who has served in the United States armed forces in time of war, or national emergency declared by the President of the United States of America, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. "Armed forces" means the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. At least thirty (30) days of active service are required to obtain veteran preference points.

Disabled veterans shall have an additional ten (10) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. A "disabled veteran" as used in this article means any veteran who is currently declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be ten percent (10%) or more disabled as a result of service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Proof of disability shall be deemed conclusive if it is of record in the United States Veterans Administration.

Additional eligibility may be granted based on future changes to the law and verification from the Veteran's Administration or the United States Office of Personnel Management.

In order to obtain credit, the applicant shall furnish satisfactory proof of qualifying military service prior to establishment of the eligibility list. No adjustment of rank on the list shall be made when such proof is presented thereafter.

A veteran may be credited veterans' preference points only to obtain initial employment in the district. Thereafter, the only additional points for an open examination shall be seniority points granted in accord with section 4220.3(C)2.

HIRING PROCEDURES: Garden Grove is a merit system (civil service) school district. Employment and promotions are based upon merit, fitness and qualifications. The person selected to fill any regular position will be from among the top three ranks on the eligibility list approved by the Personnel Commission. All regular employees will serve a six (6) month probation.

EXAMINATION FOR TUBERCULOSIS : Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis must be furnished prior to employment and must be based upon an intradermal Mantoux tuberculin skin test completed within the last 60 days.

FINGERPRINTING: All new employees will be fingerprinted.

BENEFITS : All classified employees receive the following:

• Up to 22 paid vacation days per year
• Up to 14 paid holidays per year
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation
• Social Security coverage

All regular classified employees who are employed 30 hours or more a week are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for the employee and family
• Life Insurance for the employee
• Generous Retirement Plan (CalPERS)

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYER

9701.89 (Revised: 7/24)

Garden Grove Unified School District offers a tremendous benefit package that includes:

• Up to 22 paid vacation days per year
• Up to 14 paid holidays per year
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation
• Social Security coverage

All regular employees who are employed 30 hours or more a week are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for the employee and family
• Life Insurance for the employees
• Generous Retirement Plan (CalPERS)

The information you provide on the general and supplemental applications will be used to evaluate whether you meet the minimum requirements for this position. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate further in the selection process. It is important that you fill out the application as complete and accurate as possible. Supplemental questions that are not answered fully and completely will be considered incomplete and will cause you to not be considered further in the recruitment process. All experience mentioned in the Supplemental Questions must also be included in the Work Experience section in order to be considered complete. A resume in lieu of a complete response on the application or the supplemental is not acceptable. Did you read and understand this information?

• Yes
• No

As of January 1, 2026, in accordance with Education Code section 44051 (as added by California SB 848), applicants for classified positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, private school, and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. Please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time, and substitute employment. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

Have you ever previously been employed by another school district, county office of education, charter school, private school, and/or state special school?

• Yes
• No

If you marked “Yes” to the previous question regarding Education Code section 44051, for each location you were previously employed at, please state:

District/County/Charter/Special/Private School Name: Job Title: Dates of Employment: Presently Employed: Yes or No

• Type N/A if you have not previously been employed by a school district, county office of education, charter school, private school, and/or state special school.

Do you have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate?

NOTE: You are required to bring a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or degree at the time of the multiple choice exam.

• Yes
• No

This position requires some experience working with young people. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Please describe your experience working with young people. The experience you list for this question should also be included in the work history section of your application (even if it is volunteer experience). Please also include your title(s), dates you worked/volunteered, age range of the children you worked with and the duties for each position.

NOTE: Experience obtained as a high school student working with your peers is not considered qualifying experience.

This position requires you to speak fluently in both English and Spanish. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

You are required to provide a copy of your high school diploma or GED by the time of the multiple-choice exam.

Did you read and understand this information?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question