2026/2027 Paraprofessional - Substitute

Gilbertschools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 17,741 - 25,267; Part time

Job summary

Gilbertschools in San Jacinto, California, is seeking instructional paraprofessionals to support educational activities for students. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, an associate degree or relevant college credits, and skill in communication and organization.

The position calls for flexibility to adapt to the needs of special education students, provide support in the classroom, and maintain safe learning environments. Compensation is based on an hourly rate starting at $15.61 with additional incentives.

Qualifications

• Job related experience is desired.
• Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Maintain current CPI certification as requested.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional activities to meet learning goals.
• Implement behavioral plans for students with special needs.
• Monitor special education students during various activities.

Skills

Communicative skills

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Job description

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate: $15.61 and up depending on experience

Instructional paraprofessionals assigned to a schoolwide Title I campus become eligible for a supplemental financial incentive once required highly qualified status has been verified by the Office of Federal Programs.

Essential Functions

• Confers with teachers and/or therapists as appropriate for student needs and direction.
• Supports instructional activities assigned by a teacher or therapist for individuals or small groups for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior needs. Under the direction of a certified teacher or therapist, provides instructional materials as needed by individual students.
• Monitors special education students (e.g. Lunch, playground, classroom, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates as a provider in the recording, reporting and gathering of data for the Direct Service Claiming (DSC) program for the purpose of meeting DSC requirements.
• Performs record keeping (daily data on instruction and/or behavior) and clerical functions.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.

Other Functions

• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. daily journal, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher, therapist, school counselor in providing necessary records/materials.

Job Requirements

Learning Development - Level B Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand commonly used procedures and methods, or operate equipment that requires some training. Learning development is equivalent to completion of a high school curriculum.

Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.

Human Relations Skill- Level A Job requires ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange routine information, provide routine assistance, and/or help maintain harmony among work associates.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.

Level of Accountability - Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education High school diploma or equivalent. All Paraprofessionals at a Title I campus must have the following: Associate degree; or AA Degree; or 60 college credits; or evidence of passing the Para Pro Assessment Test.

Certifications/Clearances Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. As requested by the supervisor, maintain current CPI certification.

Compensation Details

FLSA Status Non Exempt

Pay Schedule Hourly - Grade 105

Work Calendar Support 9 Month

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of its operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District’s activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.