Special Education Assistant II - Classroom @ Ygnacio Valley Elementary - Job# 5492

Ygnacio Valley Elementary

Concord (CA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Mt. Diablo Unified School District, Ygnacio Valley Elementary in Concord, California, is seeking a Special Education Assistant II - Classroom. This part-time role supports students with special needs under supervision, providing instructional assistance and classroom support.

Starting immediately, work 6 hours daily, Monday through Friday, across 193 calendar days. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with optional AA or 48 units, CBEST or proficiency exam.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience or college coursework.
Ability to meet proficiency requirements including testing or certification.
Experience supporting students with special needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist students with special needs in learning or using instructional media and tests.
Support development of social behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques.
Maintain records and perform clerical duties related to programs.
Communicate with instructional team about daily student performance.
Supervise students during snack, lunch, and outdoor activities.

Skills

Instructional support

Group/individual assistance

Communication with team

Recordkeeping

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

AA degree or 48 units

CBEST or proficiency exam

Instructional Assistant Proficiency Exam

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT II/CLASSROOM

To qualify for this position, applicants must have a high school diploma and either (1) official transcripts showing at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree, or (2) a passing score on our online proficiency exam (CBEST accepted in lieu of). If the HR Department determines the proficiency exam is required, you will receive an email invitation containing an online testing link at the email address provided on your application. The exam

must be completed and submitted before the application deadline for your application to be considered.

Work Length: 6 hrs./daily (M-F)

Days Worked: 193 Calendar Days

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DEFINITION: Under general supervision and evaluation by the site administrator, performs work of moderate difficulty in providing specialized instructional support services in various pre K-12 and adult emotionally disturbed, autistic, behavioral, bilingual, full inclusion or assistive technology special education settings; and performs other related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Communicate regularly with other members of the instructional team regarding daily performance of the students
Under supervision works with students in a group or on an individual basis assisting with specific instructional tasks and accommodating the special needs of individual students
Assist students with special needs in learning or using special equipment of instructional media
Assist students with special needs in learning or using special tests
Assist students with special needs in the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors through the use of a variety of positive reinforcement techniques, activities and/or materials
Encourage and assist students with special needs in communicating and engaging in social activities such as field trips and extra curricular activities
Supervises students with special needs in snack and lunch activities and outdoor/campus activities
Assist students with special needs in learning gross motor skills and teaching independent mobility
Support students of diverse levels and types of disabilities, gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Maintain and prepare records and performs clerical duties related to special education programs
May lift and move students with special needs
Assist in teaching students’ self-feeding skills and grooming and dressing skills
Assist in the toileting of students frequently involving lifting and cleaning of students, diapering; supervises teenage students in the use of sanitary supplies
May assist with community based instruction
May be required to travel from location to location

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: A combination of training and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one year experience working with students or the completion of one year of college-level coursework in a field related to the particular assignment. Successful completion of the Instructional Assistant Proficiency Examination and/or hold appropriate certification for the position.

Knowledge of:

The appropriate subject matter, program and special instructional or communication procedures
The individual differences in children
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and mathematics
General classroom procedures, practices and equipment
General needs relative to students who are physically challenged and/or severely emotionally disturbed students
Techniques of learning reinforcement and behavior modification for students
Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of students with special needs

Skill in:

Applying special instructional or communication procedures
Following oral and written directions
Communicating clearly both orally and in writing
Recordkeeping
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with school staff, students and parents
Reading, writing and arithmetic
Keeping school and student matters confidential
Understanding and appropriately responding to the needs of all students and to posses a genuine liking for students

Ability to:

Perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation
Learn to interpret rules, policies, regulations and policies

Licenses:

A valid California Driver’s License may be required.

Certificates and Other Requirements:

Ability to meet proficiency requirements as set forth in applicable state and federal laws and District Annual Notices (i.e. Mandated Reporting, Blood Borne Pathogen). Certification in First Aid and CPR required every 2 years.

Environment:

School-based settings or other District designated environment working with students in a diversified special education classroom environment.

Physical Abilities:

Sufficient vision to monitor students during activities and to read instructional materials; hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide assistance to students and staff; frequently walking, reaching, holding with arms, bending at the waist, crouching and/or squatting to assist students; dexterity of hands and fingers to assist students and to operate specialized equipment or office equipment; pushing wheelchairs; lifting and/or manipulating objects or persons, and/or use of motion up to 25 lbs. or equivalent with or without assistance by another individual and/or with or without the assistance of devices designed to support the lifting effort.

Other Qualifications:

Must successfully pass the District’s pre-employment fingerprinting and TB testing.

CSEA, Salary Range 416

DIABLO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Board Approved: 11/02

Board Revision: 6/22/15

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 24, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

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Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $22.97 to $30.74 Per Hour

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