Instructional Assistant II - Clovis Online School, In House Only (Substitutes May Apply), 2026/27 SY

Clovis Unified School District; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CLOVIS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks an Instructional Assistant II (Lab) to support instruction in a school laboratory. The role focuses on laboratory projects and assisting teachers with students individually or in small groups.

The position requires setting up and maintaining lab space, equipment and materials, and ensuring safety and orderly operations. Two years of classroom experience and related training are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus training in education or related lab field is required.
• Two years experience working with students in a classroom or structured setting is required.
• Thorough knowledge of the practices and principles of child guidance is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs the essential instructional duties to assist teaching staff with instruction in a lab setting.
• Assists in running and maintaining the instructional laboratory and helps students with equipment.
• Identifies students in need of tutoring and pulls them for small group work.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly laboratory and maintains records of materials and equipment used.

Skills

Lab instruction knowledge

Equipment setup

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college / AA degree

CBEST or paraprofessional test

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Safety procedures

Job description

Summary

CLOVIS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Description / Essential Elements

CLOVIS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION DESCRIPTION

Performs a variety of instructional support and clerical assistance duties in an instructional laboratory at an elementary, intermediate, or high school.

NATURE AND SCOPE

Under general supervision of assigned supervisor, independently performs program support duties which are well defined by policy, procedure and mandated regulations. Focus is on the core subject areas. Work is normally routine and supervision is available for unusual situations or problems. Interacts with students, faculty, parents, specialists and other staff. In contrast with other Instructional Assistants, this position requires additional organizational and administrative skills.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Level II Instructional Assistant (Lab) has specialized skills and knowledge in the core subject areas. Advancement to a Level III or Level IV position will require broader or more in-depth knowledge, skills and training beyond the area of specialization or additional supervisory and administrative skills.

ESSENTIAL TYPES OF DUTIES (Examples)

• Performs the essential instructional duties of an Instructional Assistant I in order to assist teaching staff with instruction of individual or small groups of students in a special lab setting or a specialized program. Focus of instruction is on laboratory related projects. Performs the following additional duties.
• Assists in the running and maintenance of an instructional laboratory. Assists teachers and students in the use of a variety of laboratory materials, equipment, or supplies.
• May identify students who require special tutoring in a particular area (Reading, Math ,etc.) and pull students from class to work with them. Administers tests, scores tests and reports or records results.
• Maintains instructional laboratory in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Maintains a variety of office and instructional equipment. May adjust and perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Prepares and issues material and equipment for student use. Assists students with set‑up and use of laboratory equipment. Maintains records of materials and equipment used by students.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills: Incumbent must have the knowledge and skills sufficient to instruct students at the Instructional Assistant II level. Considerable knowledge is necessary in the specific laboratory area to which assigned. Thorough knowledge of the practices and principles of child guidance is required.

Abilities: Ability to set up and maintain laboratory and equipment in a safe, clean and functional manner is required. Requires the ability to work independently to set up student projects which meet the instructional goals of the teacher.

Physical Abilities: Ability to lift weights up to 50 pounds may be required depending on the type of lab in which the incumbent is working. Works in a lab setting with minimal exposure to safety or health hazards. Science Lab incumbents may have exposure to chemicals, fumes and related toxic elements. May require arm, hand, finger dexterity to operate keyboard, typewriter or other office equipment. Requires good hearing and speaking ability to communicate with staff and children.

Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent plus additional training in education or related laboratory field is required. Two years experience working with students in a classroom or structured setting is required.

Requirements / Qualifications

Applicants for this position must have: High school diploma or the equivalent, AND one of the following - Two years of college (48 units), or - A. A. degree (or higher), or - Passage of CBEST exam, or - Pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction. (Paraprofessional Test)

Comments and Other Information This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.

This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sex orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made.