Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Full Time)

Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program, including Special Day Class (SDC), Resource Specialist Program (RSP) or other instructional program; perform instructional support activities related to behavior management and other related activities to special education students; perform a variety of routine clerical duties.

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El Segundo Unified School District is a K-12 school district, serving approximately 3,500 students across six schools (one preschool, two elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one alternative program). The District is located in a small coastal community of approximately 16,000 residents. The Pacific Ocean, Los Angeles World Airport, Chevron Oil Refinery, and large corporate business centers border the city. This unique position creates a small hometown atmosphere with a strong sense of community amidst the larger, Los Angeles metropolitan area. El Segundo Unified is an innovative and dynamic district with a strong focus on college preparedness, career readiness, and student well being.


Our district motto, "Transforming Education for a Changing World" is exemplified in the ESUSD Graduate Profile, unique program offerings, strong community partnerships, enthusiastic parent involvement and engaging teaching practices that are the foundations of our instructional programs. El Segundo Unified has been recognized through the years for our top-notch academic programs. While we are proud of our successes, teachers, staff, and administrators are reflective in their practices and recognize the importance of evolving to meet the needs of our students, their families and the community.


In El Segundo Unified School District, learning is enhanced by caring and trusting relationships where every student feels seen, heard, supported and loved. The District is committed to providing a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment for all students, and we seek applicants who share those values.