Instructional Assistant - Special Services Program 2026-2027

El Dorado County Office of Education; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical stipend

Vision insurance

CalPERS retirement

No-cost dental

Job summary

El Dorado County Office of Education is seeking an Instructional Assistant for the Special Services Program for 2026-2027 in El Dorado County. This part-time position supports instruction for students with disabilities under the teacher's direction and assists in supervising classroom and related activities.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), 2 years of college (48 units) or AA degree, and successful testing.

Qualifications

• Experience: Successful interaction with children in a classroom or other structured setting.
• Education: High school diploma or the equivalent, and two years of college (48 units), or A.A. degree (or higher), or pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction.
• All applicants are required to pass testing in order to be placed on an eligibility list

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist in supervising classroom, playground, and community activities of students with disabilities.
• Present instructional material under the teacher’s direction to individual students or small groups.
• Relieve teacher of routine clerical duties.

Skills

Experience with children in classroom

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, 48 units

Two years of college (48 units)

AA degree or higher or pass local assessment

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Special Services Program 2026-2027 at El Dorado County Office of Education

Application Deadline: Continuous

Date Posted: 7/14/2026

Contact: Danielle Haxton 530-295-2258

Number of Openings: 25

Salary: Pay Range $20.55 - $ 25.46 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info: EDCOE pays $600/month toward medical (prorated for less than full time); no cost dental, life insurance, EAP, long term disability; vision $4.87/month; CalPERS retirement.

Length of Work Year: 5 days per week, 10 months per year, hours may vary

Employment Type: Part Time

Mandatory Testing: Multiple choice test link will be emailed to applicants as they are screened in.

About The Employer

At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.

Job Summary

We are hiring in the following geographic regions:

• El Dorado Hills to Camino The El Dorado County Office of Education accepts applications for Instructional Assistant- Special Services Program, on a year-round basis, with no application deadline. This posting will be used to create an eligibility list. This list will be used for current and future openings. Purpose Statement: Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist in supervising classroom, playground, and community activities of students with disabilities and Juvenile Hall students; present instructional material under the teacher’s direction to individual students or small groups; relieve teacher of routine clerical duties.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience: Successful interaction with children in a classroom or other structured setting, preferably with students with disabilities.
• Education: High school diploma or the equivalent, and two years of college (48 units), or A.A. degree (or higher), or pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction. *All applicants are required to pass testing in order to be placed on an eligibility list*

Please Include The Following Attachments With Your Completed Application:

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Current letter of recommendation - within the last two (2) years)
• Resume

Please Include The Following Attachments With Your Completed Application:

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Current letter of recommendation - within the last two (2) years)
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Dave Scroggins, at 530-295-2250. For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information.

Comments and Other Information

The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Dave Scroggins, at 530-295-2250. For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information.

Links Related To This Job

• About our Special Services Program
• Title IX Information
• EDCOE Website

CalPERS Links

Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.

• CalPERS Retirement Benefits