Paraeducator III (ECSE SDC) - 6 hrs/day (Orchard)

Twin Rivers Unified School District; Rio Linda (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Twin Rivers Unified School District is seeking a Paraeducator III (ECSE SDC) to provide specialized instructional support to students with special needs at Orchard Elementary. This 6-hour daily position includes collaboration with teachers to implement health care services and behavior interventions within the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 48 college credits, and at least one year of experience in a classroom with students who have special needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 48 college credit hours.
• At least one year of experience working with students with special needs in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of students in Special Education or Severely Handicapped programs.
• Assist with implementing health care services and behavior interventions within instructional activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver inclusive instruction at Orchard Elementary.

Skills

Paraeducator experience

Special Education

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

48 college credit hours (degree eligible)

Job description

Paraeducator III (ECSE SDC) - 6 hrs/day (Orchard/PC#253392)

Position Summary:

Performs specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of Special Education or Severely Handicapped students. This position applies to those who have been trained and who are integrating significant para-professional health care services or behavior interventions with instructional support.

Application Deadline: 11/13/2026

Work Year: 182 work days/year

Employee Type: Full-Time

Salary: $22.11 - $29.22 per hour in 9 annual steps. Salary placement is based on experience.

Location: Orchard Elementary

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 typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and 48 units of college credit hours that are degree eligible, plus one year of experience working with in a classroom environment containing students with special needs. Incumbents having additional college coursework may use it to substitute for some experience. Additional experience in an instruction support or health care environment may substitute for some post-secondary education.

Licenses and Certifications:

May require a valid driver’s license. Requires a valid First‑Aid card and CPR certificate.

Documents:

• CPR/First Aid Certification (Requires a valid First‑Aid card and CPR certificate)
• NCLB Compliance (48 college units (semester) or pass the Paraeducator Proficiency Exam)
• Proof of HS Graduation - High School Diploma or High School Transcripts or equivalent (ex: GED)
• Resume (Provide clear evidence of required experience)

Important Comments:

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.