Instructional Paraprofessional, Preschool - Wright Elementary School

Modesto City Schools; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Modesto City Schools is seeking an instructional paraprofessional to support preschool age students. The role requires a High School diploma or GED/CHSPE, 12 units in Child Development or ECE core units, and possession of or enrollment in qualifying permits or certificates.

Immunization proof will be required upon hire, and applicants must meet state licensing qualifications. Applicants must also provide documentation of a Paraprofessional Proficiency Certificate or higher permit as applicable,

Qualifications

• Six months experience working with preschool age students.
• High School diploma or GED or CHSPE.
• Twelve units of Child Development or Early Childhood Education core units.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED or CHSPE

12 Early Childhood Education core units

Tools

Instructional Paraprofessional Proficiency Certificate

Associate Teacher Child Development Permit or higher

Child Development Associate Certification

Enrollment in AA/BA or CD credential program (within 2 years)

Job description

Six (6) months experience working with preschool age students; High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE). Twelve (12) units of Child Development OR Early Childhood Education core units. Instructional Paraprofessional Proficiency Certificate, Must possess one of the following: Active Associate Teacher Child Development Permit or higher level permit, Child Development Associate Certification, Be enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate of baccalaureate degree or Be enrolled in a Child Development Associate credential program to be completed within two (2) years of the time of hire and ensure to meet the state licensing staff qualification requirements.

• Certification (All applicants must submit a copy of twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education core units OR Associate Teacher Child Development Permit.)
• NCLB Compliance (Attach Paraprofessional Proficiency Certificate and Child Development Teacher Permit OR higher level permit or Child Development Associates Cerfificate)
• You will be required to submit upon hire proof of Influenza (flu), Pertussis (TDaP), and measles (MMR) immunizations. All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on the job description in order to be considered for an interview. Modesto City Schools shall not unlawfully discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, Vietnam era veteran status, or actual or perceived sexual orientation. Questions regarding the District’s non-discrimination policy can be directed to Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, 426 Locust Street, Modesto, CA 95351 or by phone at [phone].