Paraeducator (Buena Vista Middle), Special Education, PC #2067 *Internal Applicants Only

Monterey County Office of Education; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DHH sign language incentive

Braille proficiency incentive

Specialized health care procedures (in

Training incentive

Job summary

Monterey County Office of Education invites applicants for a full-time paraeducator at Buena Vista Middle in Special Education. The role supports teachers in instructional activities for students in special education and mainstream classrooms.

Internal candidates only, 6.5 hours per day, Monday–Friday, 183 days per year. Salary range $24.22–$31.28 per hour with additional stipends for specialized skills. Apply by 11/6/2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units) OR possession of an Associate’s or higher degree.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• First Aid certification.
• CPR certification within six months of employment.
• MCOE Crisis Intervention Program within six months of employment.
• Sign language proficiency requirements/respective tests within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in instructional activities for students in special education programs or mainstream classrooms.
• Support classroom management and behavior plans under teacher direction.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and student safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of higher education (48 semester units)

Associate’s or higher degree

Ability to meet rigorous standard of knowledge in reading, writing and mathematics

Job description

Paraeducator (Buena Vista Middle), Special Education, PC #2067

*Internal Applicants Only at Monterey County Office Of Education

IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.

Application Deadline

11/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

10/29/2026

Contact

Amanda Fullmer

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range: $24.22 - $31.28 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

M-F; 6.5Hrs / 183 Days/Yr

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Principal, the Paraeducator performs a variety of duties assisting teachers in the overall support of instructional activities for students who are enrolled in special education moderate/severe programs and/or mainstream classrooms.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015: High school diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years of higher education study (48 semester units) OR possession of an Associate’s or higher degree OR able to meet a rigorous standard of quality and able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge or and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics. Prior job-related experiences, paid or voluntary, with school-age children or children/individuals with disabilities

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of an appropriate valid California Driver’s License with evidence of insurability First Aid Complete approved MCOE Crisis Intervention Program within six (6) months of employment and maintains valid certification CPR Certification within six (6) months of employment Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Ability to pass the MCOE sign language test within six (6) months of employment

• Copy of Transcript
• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Required testing upon invitation only (Tuesdays/Wednesdays) Desirable Qualifications: Coursework in education, psychology, child development, classroom behavior management and/or Early Childhood Education Experience working with students with disabilities and implementing behavioral management plans for students

Available Pay Stipends:

• $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators working in the DHH program with proficiency in sign language, as certified by MCOE
• $150 per month incentive for Paraeducators with proficiency in Braille and working in a position eligible for this incentive
• $150 per month incentive for Specialized Health Care Procedures if assigned to specific students and trained by MCOE
• $500 annual training incentive to employees who are requested and volunteer to participate in training for certification and willingness to administer emergency medications/procedures as defined by contract

All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the interview or testing process must notify Human Resources three business days prior to an interview or testing date. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with ADA requirements.

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