Paraeducator- Independence Facilitator (Medically and Physically Challenged) at Wilson Middle School

San Diego Unified School District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District at Wilson Middle School in San Diego, CA is seeking a Paraeducator- Independence Facilitator (Medically and Physically Challenged) to assist students with academic learning, behavioral support, and medical needs within both special and general education settings.

You will work 35 hours per week, 10 months per year, in person, with potential District-paid health benefits for eligible dependents.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and CAPE exam or Associate degree or 48 eligible units.
• One year of experience with severely, emotionally, mentally, and/or physically challenged children.
• Post high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning including academic support, behavior intervention, and medical support in classroom settings including MPC settings.
• Assist teachers with instruction and classroom management in both special education and general education classrooms.
• Support students during lunchrooms, play environments, distance learning, and field trips.

Skills

Student support

Behavior intervention

Medical support

Education

Diploma or GED

CAPE exam or Associate degree or 48 eligible units

Job description

Paraeducator- Independence Facilitator (Medically and Physically Challenged) at Wilson Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959241

Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Paraeducator- Independence Facilitator (Medically and Physically Challenged) at Wilson Middle School . This recruitment is open to all interested candidates.

OVERVIEW: San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION: Assists individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning including providing academic support, behavior intervention, and medical support to students in classroom settings, including Medically and Physically Challenged (MPC) settings. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms, lunchrooms, play environments, including distance learning and field trips.

VACANCY / POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location: Wilson Middle School - 3838 Orange Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 (Area F)
• Work Schedule: 10 months per year / 35 hours per week. You must be available to work in person Monday-Friday. The shift time is offered within the school bell schedule.
• Salary: This position is paid on theParaeducatorSalary Schedule. Grade 034.
• Positions greater than 20 hours per week qualify for District-paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents.

TRANSFER REQUESTS:

If you are currently working in this job title as a monthly (not hourly) District employee and wish to transfer DO NOT submit an online application through this posting. Instead, complete a Transfer Request Form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associate’s degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. One year of experience working with severely, emotionally, mentally, and/or physically challenged children in an organized setting. Completion of post high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related field is desirable.

NOTE: Your related education and experience must be clearly represented in the work history and education section of your application.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

N/A

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail].

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment, contact: Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] /Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] /504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25.10 to $31.27 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Human Resources , Classified Recruitment
• Email: [e-mail]