Aide I, 3 Hr./Aide I Bilingual, 3 Hr.

Bakersfield City School District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Bakersfield City School District is seeking a Paraprofessional Aide I for 3 hours to support instructional activities in a safe, inclusive school environment.

The position emphasizes helping in reading, writing and math instruction, performing clerical duties, and collaborating with staff. It may require bilingual abilities and responsive to diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and passage of Kern High School District proficiency test; audio-visual and teacher aide courses desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of basic clerical procedures.
• Ability to learn library and/or computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in multiethnic environment.
• Bilingual ability may be required, depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers, specialists, counselors and other staff in reinforcing instructional program and guiding students in development of desirable academic and social skills and habits.
• Works with small groups of children under direction of member of certificated staff.
• Assists with checking, care, preparation and arrangement of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assists with yard duty, first aid and home contacts.
• Assists with recordkeeping, filing and other clerical duties as appropriate to program funding.
• May be assigned to assist in classroom, library, computer instruction, in‑school suspension, and/or community contact activities.
• Models personal and profesional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, and personal and collective accountability.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Mathematics support

Bilingual ability

Classroom assistance

Clerical procedures

Multiethnic teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and Kern High School District proficiency test

Two years (48 semester units) of study at an accredited college or university

Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university

Passage of BCSD Paraprofessional Test

CBEST

Job description

Located in the heart of Kern County, the Bakersfield City School District ("BCSD") is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments across the entire organization. We serve a diverse community of students and families and are guided by a deep commitment to equity, access, and excellence in education.

BCSD values and respects every member of its community. We are dedicated to upholding the law, honoring the dignity of all individuals, and fostering a culture where students, families, and staff feel safe, supported, and heard.

We seek employees who demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical decision-making, professionalism, and accountability, and who consistently act with integrity in service of our students and community. Employees in BCSD are expected to model high standards of conduct, ensure compliance with all legal requirements, and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

• High school diploma or equivalent and passage of Kern High School District proficiency test; audio-visual and teacher aide courses desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of basic clerical procedures.
• Ability to learn library and/or computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in multiethnic environment.
• Bilingual ability may be required, depending on assignment.

Aide I, 3 Hr./Aide I, Bilingual, 3 Hr.

(Paraprofessional)

Located in the heart of Kern County, the Bakersfield City School District ("BCSD") is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments across the entire organization. We serve a diverse community of students and families and are guided by a deep commitment to equity, access, and excellence in education.

BCSD values and respects every member of its community. We are dedicated to upholding the law, honoring the dignity of all individuals, and fostering a culture where students, families, and staff feel safe, supported, and heard.

We seek employees who demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical decision-making, professionalism, and accountability, and who consistently act with integrity in service of our students and community. Employees in BCSD are expected to model high standards of conduct, ensure compliance with all legal requirements, and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and passage of Kern High School District proficiency test; audio-visual and teacher aide courses desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of basic clerical procedures.
• Ability to learn library and/or computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in multiethnic environment.
• Bilingual ability may be required, depending on assignment.

REPORTS TO:

Principal

JOB GOAL:

To assist in providing well-organized, smoothly functioning school environment in which students benefit from instructional program.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assists teachers, specialists, counselors and other staff in reinforcing instructional program and guiding students in development of desirable academic and social skills and habits.
• Works with small groups of children under direction of member of certificated staff.
• Assists with checking, care, preparation and arrangement of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assists with yard duty, first aid and home contacts.
• Assists with recordkeeping, filing and other clerical duties as appropriate to program funding.
• May be assigned to assist in classroom, library, computer instruction, in‑school suspension, and/or community contact activities.
• Models personal and profesional values of equity, integrity, caring, collaboration, and personal and collective accountability.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SALARY:

$18.37 - $ 29.96 per hour

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District's "Improvement of Professional Services" handbook, Board Policies and Procedures and consistent with collective bargaining agreements when applicable.

NEW PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES AND PERMANENT EMLOYEES WHO BECOME PROBATIONARY UPON RECLASSIFICATION:

A new employee, or a permanent employee who is changed to a new classification, shall serve a probationary period, which shall not exceed six (6) months of duty time exclusive of leaves of absence or other absences. During this probationary period the employee must meet the required standards of performance to be recommended for permanent status in the classification. A probationary classified service employee may be terminated from the probationary classification at any time without cause, without right of appeal or hearing before the Board of Education. Pursuant to Education Code section 45113, a permanent employee who accepts a promotion and fails to complete the probationary period for that promotional position, shall be employed in the classification from which he or she was promoted.

Required

REQUIRED TEST:

SPANISH LITERACY TEST

by appointment only if selected for bilingual vacancy.

Minimum Application Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND
• Verification of one (1) of the following:
  • Two years (48 semester units) of study at an accredited college or university
  • Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university
  • Passage of BCSD Paraprofessional Test
  • CBEST

Copies of required certificates, transcripts or diplomas may be submitted with application. District may require that originals be presented for verification prior to employment. Please check with Human Resources regarding acceptable documents. For positions requiring college course work official transcripts will be required upon employment.

It is the applicant's responsibility to meet all application requirements and supply copies of all required documents. A separate set of paperwork is required for each application submitted. All application materials submitted become the property of Bakersfield City School District.

Conditions Of Employment

Some positions may require proof of privately owned automobile insurance and the possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license. Fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice is a condition of appointment after all other required job conditions have been met. Must present verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and annually thereafter, as required by the California Child Abuse Neglect Reporting Act.

AB2534 and SB848

Effective January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill (AB2534) and January 1, 2026, Senate Bill (SB848), mandates all certificated and classified applicants provide a complete and accurate list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, and/or state special school (Local Educational Agencies (LEA)) where the applicant has previously worked, regardless of the length of service, including full-time, part-time and substitute employment. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. Failure to disclose any previous educational employment and/or providing false information in a job application may result in the disqualification of your application.

Any candidates contacting, directly or indirectly, any member of the Board of Education and/or administration with the intention of influencing their or another candidates selection to any administrative position shall be disqualified without recourse.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment. BCSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ethnicity or race, which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identifications, religion, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, physical disability, mental disability, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical information, genetic information, homelessness, foster status, military veteran status, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200, 220 and 234.1, Penal Code 422.55, Government Code 11135, Section 504, and Title IX. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. If you believe you, or your student, have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Chief Equity Compliance Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, Amanda Robinson, by phone at [phone], by email at [e-mail], or in person at 1300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Copies of BCSD's Uniform Complaint policy, Sexual Harassment policy, and Nondiscrimination policies are available upon request.