Substitute Special Education Instructional Assistant (Extensive Support Needs-Moderate/Severe)

San Joaquin County Office of Education; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Joaquin County Office of Education in Stockton, CA is hiring for a position focused on assisting the instruction and supervision of students aged 1½ to 22 with diverse special education needs. This role involves delivering instructional services in various settings and requires strong communication and collaboration skills with teachers, staff, and parents.

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and math, with additional qualifications being preferred. The position provides an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of at-risk students.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school (12th grade) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Preferred ability to work with students aged 1½ to 22.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction and supervision of students with special education needs.
• Deliver instructional services in various educational settings.
• Coordinate with parents and district personnel.

Skills

Basic reading skills

Basic writing skills

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

48 semester units with C-or-better

Job description

About The Employer San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. It employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees and serves San Joaquin County’s most at‑risk students with a dedicated focus on student achievement and equity.

Job Summary

Under the direction of management personnel and certificated staff, you will assist in the instruction, supervision, and training of students aged 1½ to 22 years with a variety of special education needs. Your duties will include delivering instructional services in multiple educational settings—classrooms, learning centers, vocational programs, community locations, and other facilities—while following established policies and procedures. You will work closely with certified teachers and staff, coordinate with parents and district personnel, and may support students across a range of conditions such as intellectual disability, severe physical/medical involvement, communication disorders, hearing/vision impairment, learning disorders, emotional disturbances, and behavior disorders.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Completion of high school (12th grade) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic reading, writing, and math skills at the level required of high school seniors, which may be achieved by:
  • Proof of an Associate’s (AA) or Bachelor’s (BA) degree from a regionally accredited college.
  • 48 semester units with a C‑or‑better average.
  • Successful completion of the basic proficiency test administered by San Joaquin County Office of Education.
• Preferred ability to work with students averaging ages 1½‑22 and experience in special education settings.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with teachers, staff, parents, and district personnel.

Required Documents

• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (1 current professional recommendation; letters must be signed by the author)
• Proof of proficiency (AA/BA Degree, 48 semester units with C‑or‑better, or proficiency test result)
• Current resume

EEO / Title IX Statement

San Joaquin County Office of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. For information on nondiscrimination and sexual harassment policies, contact the Title IX Investigator at [e-mail] (Phone: 209‑468‑4820).