Special Education Assistant II - IEP @ Bridge Program #3966

Young World Physical Education

Concord (CA)

On-site

USD 30,527 - 40,859

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A special education program provider in Concord, California, is seeking a Part-Time Special Education Assistant II. The individual will support students with diverse needs in a special education environment, assist in learning, and maintain critical communication with the instructional team. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working with students. The compensation ranges from $22.16 to $29.66 per hour with various specified duties.

Qualifications

High school diploma and valid California Driver's License may be required.
1 year experience working with students or one year of college-level coursework.
Successful completion of instructional assistant proficiency examination.

Responsibilities

Assist assigned students with special needs in learning.
Support students with disabilities in classroom activities.
Maintain and prepare records related to special education.

Skills

Applying special instructional or communication procedures

Communicating clearly both orally and in writing

Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships

Understanding and responding to the needs of students

Education

High school diploma

At least two years of college (48 units) or AA degree

Job description

Special Education Assistant II – IEP @ Bridge Program #3966

Mt. Diablo Unified School District Bridge Program (Sped Post Sec) – Concord, California. This role is also posted in MDUSD School Spring.

Job Details

Job ID: 5549532

Application Deadline: Apr 15, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Apr 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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.

Class Title: SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT II/IEP

Work Length: 6 Hours per Day

Days Worked: 193

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 student;
Under supervision works with assigned student in a group or on an individual basis assisting with specific instructional tasks and accommodating the special needs of the individual student;
Assist assigned student with special needs in learning or using special equipment or instructional media;
Assist assigned student with special needs in learning or using special tests;
Assist assigned student 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;
Escort assigned student with special needs to and from buses and in the transferring of students to and from classrooms and events;
Encourage and assist assigned student with special needs in communicating and engaging in social activities such as field trips and extracurricular activities;
Supervises assigned student with special needs in snack and lunch activities and outdoor/campus activities;
Assist assigned student with special needs in learning gross motor skills and teaching independent mobility;
Support assigned student 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 assigned student with special needs;
Assist in teaching assigned student self‑feeding skills and grooming and dressing skills;
Assist in the toileting of assigned student frequently involving lifting and cleaning of student, diapering; supervises teenage student 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. Commitment to complete required training courses or in‑services within the first six months of being hired or promoted.

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;
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 possessing a genuine liking for students;

Ability to

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

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 Notice (i.e. Mandated Reporting, Blood Borne Pathogen) and 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.

Salary and Position Type

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $22.16 to $29.66 Per Hour

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