Extended Day Assistant (Joyner Elementary School)

Joyner Elementary School; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

District health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Joyner Elementary School in San Diego is seeking an Extended Day Assistant to support the after-school instructional and resource activities. You will assist in classrooms and centers, helping supervise students and facilitate program activities.

The position runs 10 months per year at 30 hours per week, with salary on the PARA Salary Schedule. Eligible employees may receive health and wellness benefits for 20+ hours; bilingual skills may be considered in some roles.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with CAPE or an Associate’s degree or 48+ eligible college units.
• Desirable completion of post-high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, or Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the extended day instructional program in school classrooms and resource centers.
• Work 10 months per year at 30 hours per week; coordinate with staff for after-school activities.

Education

High School diploma/GED and CAPE or an Associate’s degree or 48+ eligible college units

Post-high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, or Special Education desirable

Job description

Extended Day Assistant (Joyner Elementary School)

San Diego Unified School District Joyner Elementary School - 4271 Myrtle Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 (Area F). Job ID: 5959202

Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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 one’s actions and the resulting impact.

Basic Function: The Extended Day Assistant will provide assistance to the extended day instructional program in school classrooms and resource centers.

Vacancy / Position Specifics:

• Working Location: Joyner Elementary School - 4271 Myrtle Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 (Area F).
• The District covers a large portion of San Diego County. Refer to the District Area Map at this Link and make sure to identify any and all specific area(s) you are interested in working in. The area(s) you identify in your application will be used for any future vacancies filled using the eligibility list from this recruitment.
• Work Schedule: 10 months per year / 30 hours per week.
• Salary: This position is paid on the PARA Salary Schedule. Grade 20. To view the Salary Schedule, click here.
• Positions 20 hours per week or greater qualify for District-paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.
• Vacancies that require the incumbent to be 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.

NOTE: Your related education and experience must be clearly represented in the work history and education section of your application.

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.

Additional Information:

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

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in employment. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: 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: Full-Time

Salary: $17.83 to $22.22 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]