Instructional Aide

Garden Grove Unified School District

California (MO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 37,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 paid vacation days per year

Up to 14 paid holidays per year

Up to 12 sick leave days per year with

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

CalPERS retirement plan

Job summary

Garden Grove Unified School District is seeking an instructional aide to support students in reading, writing, and math under the supervision of a certificated teacher. The role involves working with individuals or small groups during school hours in elementary and secondary settings.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and some experience with youth; an associate degree is desirable. The position emphasizes student safety, classroom management, and collaboration with school staff.

Qualifications

High school diploma and some experience working with young people are required.
An associate’s degree is highly desirable.
Meeting ESSA requirements can be through an associate’s degree or 48 semester units.

Responsibilities

Supports student instruction and assessment by working with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the teacher.
Implements and modifies curriculum such as learning materials and activities, as directed by the teacher.
Assists teacher in scoring tests, recording grades, and charting student progress.
Operates classroom equipment including audio/visual devices and classroom technology.
Attends trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.

Skills

Student instruction support

Small group instruction

Classroom technology operation

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree desirable

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

OPEN RECRUITMENT

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

ELIGIBILITY LISTS WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT

Salary

All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($23.24). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($26.96).

Job Summary

This list will primarily be used to fill vacancies in elementary school classrooms. Persons in these positions work part-time, 3 to 3.5 hours per day (Monday-Friday), during school session. This eligibility list may also be used to fill substitute assignments. Substitutes work on an on-call basis and will be contacted as work becomes available. Under the general supervision of a certificated teacher or administrator, instructional aides support student instruction individually or in small groups at the elementary or secondary school level. They may be assigned to classrooms, reading labs, or special study centers.

Essential Duties

Supports student instruction and assessment by working with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the teacher.
Implements and modifies curriculum such as learning materials and activities, as directed by the teacher.
Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other techniques to assist students in development of appropriate behavior.
Follows teacher's lesson plans to reinforce lessons presented by teacher.
Implements alternative methods for presenting instruction to students, as directed by the teacher.
Confers with teacher regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
Provides feedback to teacher on students' progress.
Assists teacher in scoring tests, recording grades, and charting student progress.
Assists teacher in setting up experiments, displays, exhibits; operates audiovisual and other educational training equipment and aids; and distributes and collects educational materials, papers, and supplies.
Implements standards set by the teacher of appropriate student behaviors for the purpose of achieving effective participation in activities; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Assists in monitoring student progress and behavior in the classroom, lunchroom, and playground activities; as well as other special educational activities, as assigned.
May duplicate educational materials on a sporadic basis, within categorical funding guidelines.
May accompany students on field trips.
Operates classroom equipment including audio/visual devices and various forms of classroom technology.
Attends trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and receiving updated current information on best practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma and some experience working with young people are required. An associate's degree is highly desirable. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. All candidates must meet the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. You can meet the ESSA requirement through possession of an associate’s degree or higher or have completed at least 48 full semester units. Please attach a copy of your degree or college transcripts to your application if you meet these criteria.

Special Note: Positions assigned to a preschool classroom may require immunizations.

Knowledge of

Basic methods used in instruction.
Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, as well as reading and mathematics.
Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
Health and safety regulations as related to the position.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills.

Ability to

Assist a certificated teacher or administrator in instructing students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Understand and apply rules, regulations, procedures and policies.
Communicate effectively in the English language, both in oral and written form.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
Implement learning activities for students.
Adapt basic teaching techniques and methods to support the teacher.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Monitor and assist students.
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward students.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file. A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request.

Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Tanya Avina, at tavina@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6143. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Director of Personnel Services, Chris Francis, at cfrancis@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6338. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

Veteran's Credit

Veterans shall have an additional five (5) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. "Veteran" as used in this article means any person who has served in the United States armed forces in time of war, or national emergency declared by the President of the United States of America, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. "Armed forces" means the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. At least thirty (30) days of active service are required to obtain veteran preference points.

Disabled veterans shall have an additional ten (10) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. A "disabled veteran" as used in this article means any veteran who is currently declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be ten percent (10%) or more disabled as a result of service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Proof of disability shall be deemed conclusive if it is of record in the United States Veterans Administration.

Additional eligibility may be granted based on future changes to the law and verification from the Veteran's Administration or the United States Office of Personnel Management.

In order to obtain credit, the applicant shall furnish satisfactory proof of qualifying military service prior to establishment of the eligibility list. No adjustment of rank on the list shall be made when such proof is presented thereafter.

A veteran may be credited veterans' preference points only to obtain initial employment in the district. Thereafter, the only additional points for an open examination shall be seniority points granted in accord with section 4220.3(C)2.

Hiring Procedures

Garden Grove is a merit system (civil service) school district. Employment and promotions are based upon merit, fitness and qualifications. The person selected to fill any regular position will be from among the top three ranks on the eligibility list approved by the Personnel Commission. All regular employees will serve a six (6) month probation.

Examination for Tuberculosis

Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis must be furnished prior to employment and must be based upon an intradermal Mantoux tuberculin skin test completed within the last 60 days.

Fingerprinting

All new employees will be fingerprinted.

Benefits