Paraeducator II - 6 hrs/day (Highlands HS)

Twin Rivers Unified School District; North Highlands (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Twin Rivers Unified School District seeks a Paraeducator II for Highlands High School. This 6-hour daily position provides instructional, behavioral, and clerical support to teachers in special education and general education settings to help students succeed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; completion of 48 college credits may substitute for the competency assessment. Driver's license and First Aid/CPR may be required. Benefits included; 182 work days per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of 48 college credits can substitute for the competency assessment.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and behavioral support in special education classrooms.
• Assist teachers with instruction and classroom management.
• Provide clerical support to teachers.
• Support individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits may substitute for competency assessment

Job description

Paraeducator II - 6 hrs/day (Highlands HS/PC#250913)

Position Summary: Provides instructional, group and individual behavior, and clerical support to teachers in special education classroom settings, assisting individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms and play field environs.

Application Deadline: 11/18/2026

Work Year: 182 work days/year

Employee Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.38 - $26.98 per hour in 9 annual steps. Salary placement is based on relevant experience.

Location: Highlands High

Hours: 6 hours/day; 5 days/week

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employee Life Insurance available for employees who work 4+ hours per day (Full district contribution for 6+ hours/day; 50% contribution for 4-5.99 hours/day).

Education and Experience

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a competency assessment demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Completion of at least 48 college credit units may substitute for the competency assessment.

Licenses and Certifications

May require a valid driver’s license. Compliance with District skill/competency requirements. May require a valid First AID/CPR card.

Documents (all of the following documents are required for this position)

• NCLB Compliance (48 college units (semester) or pass the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam)

• Proof of HS Graduation - H.S. Diploma, H.S. Transcripts or Equivalent (ex: GED)

• Resume (Provide clear evidence of required experience)

ImportantComments

Twin Rivers Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site principal, and/or Associate Superintendent HR, Wesley Marshall, at 916-566-1600 ext. 32114. A copy of TRUSD uniform complaint or TRUSD non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

I understand that any omission or falsely answered statement made by me on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ or for my discharge should I become employed with the school district.