Paraeducator III (TK SDC)- 6 hrs/day (Castori)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee life insurance

Job summary

Twin Rivers Unified School District is seeking a Paraeducator III (TK SDC) for Castori Elementary to support Special Education students. The role involves specialized instructional assistance and health-related interventions as needed, within a 6-hour day schedule.

Eligibility includes a high school diploma, 48 college credits, and one year of classroom experience with students who have special needs. CPR/First-Aid credentials may be required.

Qualifications

• Specialized support for SPED or Severely Handicapped students.
• Experience in instructional support within a classroom setting is preferred.
• Ability to integrate health care services and behavior interventions with instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instructional support to SPED/Severely Handicapped students.
• Assist with health care services and behavior interventions as trained.

Skills

Special Education support

Instructional support

Health care services

Education

High school diploma

48 college units

Tools

First-Aid CPR certification

Job description

Paraeducator III (TK SDC)- 6 hrs/day (Castori/PC#254166)

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

9/25/2026

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 relevant experience.

Location

CastoriElementary

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.