The paraeducator assists students with severe disabilities by supporting their physical, emotional, and instructional needs throughout the school day. They also help teachers with record keeping and provide intervention for students exhibiting challenging behaviors.
Under the supervision of an administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, assists students with severe disabilities to meet their physical and emotional requirements throughout the instructional day; assists the teacher with record keeping and performs a variety of instructional support duties in developing life skills and/or physical care activities. The work need not be performed in the presence of the teacher, but the teacher retains responsibility for instruction and supervision. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Paraeducators work in special education settings where students have behavior emotional, physical, language/communication, or learning disabilities. May spend a substantial portion of their time providing intervention to students who exhibit disruptive, aggressive, depressive, and/or self-injurious behaviors.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Courses and/or in-service in psychology, behavior modification, and other related fields desirable but not required. Willingness to complete such training courses, in-service, or otherwise, as may be required upon employment. A.A. degree, (If foreign degree, it must be evaluated by a Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) approved agency); 48 units beyond the high school diploma, or successful completion of the District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test in reading, math, and per the Federal No Child Left Behind Act.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and possess either an associate degree, 48 college units, or have passed the District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test. Additionally, applicants must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and obtaining First Aid/CPR certification.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in California often see steady demand, especially in early childhood settings where classrooms need support with child development and daily care routines. These positions can be competitive because employers look for candidates with specific ECE coursework, practical knowledge of child development theories, and the physical ability to handle active classroom environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then have your 12+ ECE units and relevant experience ready when you apply.
