Instructional Aide

Job Summary The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Instructional Aide – Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Under general supervision of a DHH classroom teacher or a DHH itinerant teacher, and audiologist, provides specialized tutorial assistance to deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) students in the DHH classroom or mainstreamed into regular classes; assists deaf and hard of hearing students in the development of communication skills in spoken English or American Sign Language (ASL); performs a variety of routine clerical duties for the deaf and hard of hearing instructional program; may assist medically fragile or physically disabled students in performing daily living activities. The current assignment is located in Chula Vista, CA as part of the South County SELPA department in the Student Services and Programs division within SDCOE. Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs. Requirements / Qualifications In addition to meeting the NCLB requirement for employment detailed below, applicants must have a combination of education, training and experience which would clearly demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities detailed above. An example of a typical qualifying background would include completion of college-level course work in general academic subject areas such as math, science and English, and work experience in a school or other educational environment. Experience working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals is highly desirable. Some positions in this classification may be designated bilingual (English/American Sign Language). Positions designated bilingual require proficiency in American Sign Language and the ability to translate English to ASL and ASL to English. Positions designated as bilingual receive a 5% bilingual stipend. Certificates and Licenses: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education; Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading (or readiness), writing (or readiness), and mathematics (or readiness). In order to meet the requirements of AB346(s), persons in this classification are required to obtain both a California Department of Justice and an FBI clearance prior to starting employment. To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application: Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position Copies of transcripts you wish to be considered Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered Type of examination(s) for this classification: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose qualifications most closely match the classification requirements will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process. The examination process may consist of one or more of the following examination components: an oral examination, and/or a technical evaluation of the application. The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is terminated. Comments and Other Information For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff. Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer greatemployee benefits, and professional growth opportunities! Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. Diversity Statement:Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact. The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer. About SDCOE The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county. Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families. To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview? Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below! Cover Letters, Letters of Reference, Preparing for an Interview, Resumes San Diego County Office Of Education Application Deadline 8/14/2026 3:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/4/2026 Contact Classified Recruitment Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $24.04-$30.69Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Classified Support Grade 38 Length of Work Year 12 Months, 180 workdays plus up to 16 paid holidays, 6.75 hours per day, 5 days per week Employment Type Part Time Location 415 Smith Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910 Employee Benefits This position is part-time and will offer the classified benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalPERS state retirement system. #J-18808-Ljbffr