Require Instructional Assistant (Special Day Class) in San Bernardino, CA

Job title: Instructional Assistant (Special Day Class)
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JOB SUMMARY:
To assist a special education teacher in providing instruction and assistance to individuals or small groups of students with special learning challenges in a special day classroom (SDC). Bilingual positions in this classification require fluency in a second language.

SUPERVISION:
Supervised by the Director of Special Education or Principal of a school site. Technical instruction from a classroom teacher or Resource Specialist.
Positions in this classification exercise no supervision.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists teacher in instructing educationally or language handicapped children in a highly structured or therapeutic setting.
• Independently assists pupils in meeting specific objectives as outlined in the educational prescription.
• Provides rewards in a behavior modification program.
• Compiles instructional materials for classroom use.
• Discusses particular student or instructional problems with teachers.
• Assists students in learning appropriate social skills.
• Operates office equipment.
• Distributes and oversees testing activities as necessary.
• Assists in grading and correcting papers.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties such as cutting stencils, keeping attendance records, issuing, collecting and maintaining classroom supplies, and operating audio-visual equipment.
• Keeps records of supplies and materials used in the classroom.
• Assists in checking and maintaining machines and equipment used in assigned area of responsibility.
• Inspects finished products and materials for completeness.
• Maintains order and cleanliness in the classroom.
• May require diapering.
• May perform home visits
• Performs job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING:
High school graduation or the equivalent. Additional specialized training in working with mentally and physically handicapped children is desirable. Additional specialized training in area of assignment or a related field is desirable.

-AND-

Completion of at least 48 semester units (or 72 quarter units) at the college level, -OR-
Possession of an Associate's or higher level degree, -OR-
Pass assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS (At time of appointment and during employment)

An appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Additional Information

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LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS (At time of appointment and during employment): An appropriate, valid California driver's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certain positions in this classification require more than average strength and stamina to lift, carry and maneuver, and otherwise service student with mobility impairment and who are adults in age and size.

RECRUITMENT TYPE: OPEN & PROMOTIONAL (Anyone may apply for this position).

APPLICATIONS: Following closing of recruitment, no additional application material or information will be accepted.

ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION: This is a non-exempt position, Regular Classified Salary Range 32. Positions in this class work 6 hours 9 months. The probationary period for employees in this classification is six (6) months (or 130 working days of paid service).
BENEFITS: Health, Vision, Dental and PERS (retirement). Benefits are available to full-time and part-time employees. For complete details visit

THE EXAMINATION: Qualified applicants will be notified of the time and place of the examination.
Assessment Examination. WEIGHT: Pass/Fail. (This requirement can be met by one of the following: Completion of at least 48 semester units (or 72 quarter units) at the college level, OR- Possession of an Associate's or higher level degree, -OR- Pass the Assessment Examination).
Written Examination. WEIGHT: 100%
Bilingual Certification. WEIGHT: Pass/Fail. This certification is required for bilingual positions in this class.
Applicants must achieve a passing score in each part of the examination process in order to be placed on the eligibility list.
Note:
The proposed examination parts may be changed at any time following close of recruitment. Candidates will be notified in accordance with Personnel Commission Rules.
Only online applications are accepted via
Computer access is available in the Personnel Commission Office. This eligibility list will be active for a period of one (1) year.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The Personnel Commission will make every effort possible to ensure that all applicants compete on an equal level. At any time in the employment process, applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations if required. To give district staff adequate time to evaluate each case, and to arrange for accommodations, applicants must submit their request to the Affirmative Action Office at (909) 381-1122 as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in the inability to provide the necessary reasonable accommodations in a timely manner.

Fingerprinting, drug and tuberculosis testing is required of all successful candidates new to the district.

District employees and external applicants must submit the required proof of education and/or training with each application by uploading copies of a high school diploma, GED certification (or equivalent), transcripts (official or unofficial), college degree(s), and/or training certificates. If the required proof of education is not attached to the application you may be disqualified. All relevant experience must be clearly indicated in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Resumes will not be considered.

Closing Date: Continuous-subject to close any time.
Expected salary: $19.63 - 23.88 per hour
Location: San Bernardino, CA

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