Child Development Center Assistant (Johnson Elementary)

Johnson Elementary School; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for 20+ hrs

Bilingual differential where required

Job summary

Johnson Elementary School in San Diego Unified School District is seeking a Child Development Center Assistant to support instructional programs across classrooms and play areas at the Johnson Elementary site. This 10-month, 35-hour-per-week role offers benefits for employees meeting eligibility.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and CAPE exam or higher education. An Associate's degree or 48+ college units are desirable; bilingual skills may apply depending on

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; CAPE exam or equivalent education may be needed.
• Associate's degree or 48+ eligible college units desirable.
• Post high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related field are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructional program in classrooms, resource centers, halls, and playgrounds at Johnson Elementary School.
• Support the Child Development Center, including play areas and related activities.

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate's degree or 48+ college units

Job description

Child Development Center Assistant (Johnson Elementary)

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Child Development Center Assistant at Johnson Elementary School. This opportunity is open to all interested candidates.

OVERVIEW: San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

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, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION: The Child Development Center Assistant provides assistance to the instructional program in classrooms, resource centers, halls, and playgrounds at a Children's Center, Child Development Center, or State Preschool.

VACANCIES / POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location: Johnson Elementary School - 1355 Kelton Road, San Diego, CA 92114
• School Website
• Work Schedule: 10 months per year / 35 hours per week.
• Salary: This position is paid on the Paraeducator Salary Schedule. Grade 020.
• Positions 20 hours per week or greater qualify for District-paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.
• Vacancies requiring bilingual will be noted. Candidates considered for positions that require bilingual skills will be invited to a Performance Test (Qualifying Only) for oral and written fluency. Bilingual positions qualify for a 5% bilingual differential.

TRANSFER REQUESTS

If you are currently working in this job title as a monthly (not hourly) District employee and wish to transfer DO NOT submit an online application through this posting. Instead, complete a Transfer Request Form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associate's degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. Completion of post high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related field is desirable.

Licenses and Other Requirements: Personal appearance and language patterns will provide a satisfactory example to pupils. Some positions may require conversational and/or written skills in a specific foreign language related to the needs of the assignment.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following items. A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date. It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections. Candidates must include all required attachments, current and previous employment history and education to evaluate their qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.

• Paper applications are not accepted.
• The application questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
• Contact information for all previous places of employment where you served in a classified (non-certificated) position must be listed under the ‘Employment History’ section of the application (Senate Bill 848). As of January 1, 2026, applicants for classified positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. The District may contact current and former LEAs at any time during the application screening process.
• In accordance with SB 848 and Education Code, all applicants for classified (non-certificated) positions must provide a complete employment history. Please adhere to the following:
  • List every educational employer.
  • HR Contact Information: In the Employer Email field, you must provide the email address for the employer's Human Resources or Personnel Office (i.e., not your direct supervisor).
• Contact information for three references must be listed in the ‘Reference’ section of the application. References should be from a current or previous supervisor. Written reference letters dated within the last year are also accepted and may be attached to the online application in the Reference Section.
• Attach required documents (PDF format recommended). Attach Verification of Education or CAPE Exam. Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached. Accepted documents include:
  • Copy of a degree or official transcript
  • Copy of Licenses and/or Certifications
  • Note on Foreign Equivalency Certification. Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement.
• Additional Documents (Optional):
  • Cover Letter / Letter of Intent
  • A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history, education sections, or the additional application questions of the employment application. Providing incomplete responses or answering "See Resume" or "See Application" may automatically disqualify your application from further consideration.
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Additional documents, if any, may be attached to the online employment application.

Examination Process

The examination process includes an application screening and evaluation based on the applicant’s education, work history, and responses to the application questions. Only applicants whose application packet demonstrates a combined education and experience which meets the minimum requirements for the position will be considered qualified and advance in the process. Some positions require applicants to pass additional components which may include one or more of the following: multiple-choice, oral, written, or performance exam specific to the position. NOTE: Most exams are conducted remotely utilizing an online testing platform. For these exams, access to the internet and the use of a camera-ready desktop/laptop with a microphone is required to participate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail].

The San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of a variety of characteristics including age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment, contact: Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] / Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] / 504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

Position Type: VariesSalary: $17.83 to $22.22 Per HourJob Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]