Bilingual (Spanish) Instructional Aide - Phelan at Whittier City School District
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Application Deadline
8/26/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/12/2026
Contact
Maria Rosales
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add l Salary Info
(Range 7) $18.99 -- $25.41 hourly
Length of Work Year
20 hours per Week - 10 Months Instructional School Year Calendar
Employment Type
Part Time
About the Employer
Welcome to the Whittier City School District, a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade school district with eight elementary schools, two middle schools, one K-8 school, and two virtual learning academies. We serve approximately 6,300 students who matriculate into the Whittier Union High School District. Whittier City School District offers advanced technology programs, including 1:1 devices, Apple TV, and innovative instruction to support all students. Whittier City School District is one of seven local districts that join together in a Special Education Cooperative (SELPA) serving Whittier area special needs students. The Board and community support the Visual and Performing Arts, including music and art teachers at every school. Whittier puts "Students First. Every Decision - Every Day.
Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
The Bilingual Instructional Aide works under general supervision, to perform a variety of ELD (English Language Development) instructional activities; perform a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; serve as an interpreter and translator for parents and community members with limited English speaking ability, and do other related work as required.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Application/letter of interest, résumé and proof of 48 college units (transcripts) must be submitted by the deadline to: Dr. Alexis Norman, Asst. Supt., Human Resources, Whittier City School District
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
o Pass District bilingual proficiency exam
o Coursework or training in child growth and development instructional processes
desirable
Experience
A typical qualifying entrance background is experience working with children acquiring English and intervention instruction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
o Assists instructional personnel in the implementation of individual educational plans for students experiencing bilingual instructional needs
o Tutors individuals and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities
o Assists students in the development of appropriate social behaviors
o Performs a variety of behavior management and behavior shaping functions
o Assists in the implementation of specialized instructional materials
o Assists in the maintenance of student records and files
o Assists in the implementation of testing programs
o Assists in the development and maintenance of a learning environment
o Performs a variety of tasks such as taking roll and completing forms
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
o Bilingual (Spanish) required
o Child development and behavior characteristics
o Behavior management and instructional strategies and techniques
o Appropriate English usage, (punctuation, spelling, grammar), and second language usage, as appropriate to the assignment
o Basic mathematical concepts
o Routine record storage, retrieval, and management procedures
Ability to:
o Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude with all students
o Interpret, understand, and follow specific student educational plans and courses of study
o Communicate satisfactorily in oral and written form in English and a second language as required by the assignment, and to serve as an appropriate language model
o Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment
o Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of an educational environment
o Understand and carry out oral and written directions
o Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position Classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.
o Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force
o This type of work involves sitting little of the time, and may involve running, walking or standing for brief periods
o Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Whittier City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants shall be accorded equality of consideration without discrimination on the basis of the applicant's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Requirements / Qualifications
Your application will be accepted only if it clearly indicates that the minimum requirements for the position are met and the application procedure has been followed.
Requirements / Qualifications
Your application will be accepted only if it clearly indicates that the minimum requirements for the position are met and the application procedure has been followed.
Comments and Other Information
The Bilingual (Spanish) Instructional Aide works under general supervision, to perform a variety of ELD (English Language Development) instructional activities; performs a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; serves as an interpreter and translator for parents and community members with limited English speaking ability, and does other related work as required.
Comments and Other Information
The Bilingual (Spanish) Instructional Aide works under general supervision, to perform a variety of ELD (English Language Development) instructional activities; performs a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; serves as an interpreter and translator for parents and community members with limited English speaking ability, and does other related work as required.
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| Location | Whittier, CA |
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