Instructional Assistant - San Francisco, California

Job Description

Job Description

Minimum 6 months Paraprofessional or Special Education experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students as a paraprofessional in a dynamic school environment near San Francisco, CA. In this role, you'll provide essential assistance to students, teachers, and staff, adapting to the diverse needs of the campus. Openings range across Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high school settings, including specialized roles such as bus aides, allowing you to leverage your unique training and interests.

Key Qualifications:

• Must possess one of the following: Associate’s degree or higher; or 48 college units and a high school diploma; or a passing score on the CBEST/instructional aide exam with a high school diploma.
• Additional certifications/licenses (S10E, S10F, S10Q, S10W, S20D, S20V, S22) strongly valued—please detail any you hold.
• Willingness and capability to assist with a full spectrum of duties, including toileting, diapering, feeding, and g-tube feeding—flexibility and teamwork are essential.
• For S10Q: One year of experience supporting students with social-emotional or behavioral needs.
• For S20D: Familiarity with sign language systems and deaf culture is required.
• For S20V: Braille/vision-impaired experience preferred.
• For S22: Must hold a California LVN license and current CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Strong communication, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect instructional and personal care support to students with varying needs.
• Assist teachers with classroom management and individualized education program implementation.
• Engage in hands-on health, mobility, and feeding care as needed.
• Remain available and flexible to be placed where most needed on campus.
• For bus aides, travel with students to and from school ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

This position offers you the chance to make a significant difference in students’ lives while enhancing your professional skills. Ready to take your paraprofessional career to the next level? Submit your application, including proof of qualifications and a manager’s reference, and indicate your specific certifications and start date availability today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.52 to $35.52. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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