District Employees ONLY Paraeducator Special Education II - Toro Canyon Middle School

Coachella Valley Unified School District; Thermal (CA); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Coachella Valley Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator Special Education II at Toro Canyon Middle School. This in-house vacancy is for current district employees only.

The role supports the Special Education teacher, assists with instructional and clerical tasks, and helps implement IEP goals in a respectful, confidential setting. The position requires minimal experience with youth, appropriate education credentials, and safety certifications.

Formación

• Six (6) months demonstrated experience working with youth in an organized setting.
• High School graduation or the equivalent; Completion of two (2) years of higher education study 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 OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.
• Successful completion of the State-mandated proficiency examination.
• Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance.
• Tuberculosis clearance
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Responsabilidades

• Assists the Special Education teacher in accomplishing the IEP goals of identified students. Conducts activities to reinforce skills under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Provides clerical assistance which may include preparation of instructional materials, maintaining student records and files, recording grades, operating educational equipment, setting up work areas, distributing and collecting supplies, collecting data on student progress toward behavioral, social or academic goals and other job-related tasks.
• Assists with evaluations of student learning needs and progress by administration of informal inventories of skills, criterion–referenced tests, student observations, and other similar measures.
• Assists students in routine non-instructional activities as directed and prescribed on the student’s Individualized Educational Plan.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality of information about students as assured in IDEIA.
• Participates in meetings and staff development sessions as directed.
• Provides emotional support, a positive attitude, and general guidance to students.

Conocimientos

Youth experience

IEP knowledge

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education or Associate’s degree or equivalent assessment

Descripción del empleo

District Employees ONLY Paraeducator Special Education II - Toro Canyon Middle School at Coachella Valley Unified School District

IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.

Application Deadline: 11/13/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted: 11/5/2026

Contact: Diana Aguilar
7608481083

Number of Openings: 2

Salary

• Pay Range: $19.76 - $37.71 Per Hour
• Classified Salary Schedule: $19.76 - $37.71 hourly Step 26-33 (A-J)

Length of Work Year

180 days / 6 hours

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Toro Canyon Middle School

About The Employer

Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.

Job Summary

• General Description of Position Goals Assists the Special Education Teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students with special needs as indicated in their Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s). The aide may provide a variety of supportive services to identified special education students within a special education classroom in a public integrated facility or in the regular education setting. B. Essential Job Functions 1. Assists the Special Education teacher in accomplishing the IEP goals of identified students. Conducts activities to reinforce skills under the direction of the Special Education teacher. 2. Provides clerical assistance which may include preparation of instructional materials, maintaining student records and files, recording grades, operating educational equipment, setting up work areas, distributing and collecting supplies, collecting data on student progress toward behavioral, social or academic goals and other job-related tasks. 3. Assists with evaluations of student learning needs and progress by administration of informal inventories of skills, criterion – referenced tests, student observations, and other similar measures. 4. Assists students in routine non-instructional activities as directed and prescribed on the student’s Individualized Educational Plan. These activities designated by the Special Education teacher or site administrator include assistance with student clothing, eating, toileting, mobility, playground, buses, field trips, mainstream classroom, etc. 5. Maintains a high level of confidentiality of information about students as assured in the Parent and Student’s Rights outlined in IDEIA. 6. Participates in meetings and staff development sessions as directed. 7. Provides emotional support, a positive attitude, and general guidance to students.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Job Requirements/Qualifications: 1. Experience: Six (6) months demonstrated experience working with youth in an organized setting. 2. Education: High School graduation or the equivalent; Completion of two (2) years of higher education study 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 OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. 3. Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing:
• Successful completion of the State-mandated proficiency examination.
• Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance.
• Tuberculosis clearance
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The district assures that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX & Compliance Officer Michael Tittnich at [phone]. The district’s 504 Coordinator is Julissa Hernandez, Director of Student Support Services and can be reached at [phone]. Complete District policies on non-discrimination and sexual harassment are available through the Human Resources Department office or online at Gamut Policy (BP 1312.3, AR1312.3, BP 4030, BP 0410, BP 4319.11, BP 5145.3, BP 5131.2, BP 5145.3, AR 5145.3) The Human Resources Services Staff is committed to providing quality services to all employees, applicants, and members of the public.

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