Child Development Program Assistant

Child Development Program Assistant

Salary

$19.40 - $23.57 Hourly

Location

2335 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

27-N-CDPA (2627)

Department

Preschool Programs

Opening Date

09/30/2026

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Selection Procedure

FILING DEADLINE: OCTOBER 20, 2026, 4:30 PM

District Classified application, supplemental form and copy of transcripts (official or unofficial) must be submitted to the Personnel Commission Office by the filing deadline.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

This is an OPEN recruitment to establish an eligibility list and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Positions in this classification are part-time (17.5-30 hours per week), 10 months per year, 195 or 203 days.

The recruitment process will consist of a written examination and an oral technical interview, which are tentatively scheduled during the weeks of October 26-November 6, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified by US mail or email.

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Basic Function

Under the direction of assigned supervisor, assist in the supervision, care, and instruction of children between the ages of eight weeks to ten years of age.

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Education & Experience

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of experience in the care of children and six units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD).

Licenses and Other Requirements

Must apply for Child Development Assistant Permit as issued by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, which may be waived for those employees working with infants or children. Must possess, or be in the process of securing, a valid First Aid Certificate within three (3) months of employment in this classification; and must possess, or be in the process of securing, a valid pediatric and/or adult CPR Certificate within six (6) months of employment in this classification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Torrance Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Torrance Unified will provide you with one upon notice.

Torrance Unified School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. For more information visit the following link: click here

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The following questions have been designed to allow you the opportunity to provide a more detailed description of your knowledge, skills, abilities, background, training and experience as related to the position you are applying for. Please provide detailed response for each question. Where applicable, responses must include the name of your employer(s), dates of employment where you performed the duty, and the title of your position(s) where you performed the function. Be aware that you are competing in the first phase of the examination process. It is your responsibility to ensure that all information you deem important to your candidacy is included. Resumes or referral to a resume in lieu of a response is not acceptable. This supplemental application must be typed or legibly printed. Applicants that submit an illegible or incomplete application will be disqualified from consideration. By signing below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental form are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list the name and location of the high school or institution where you obtained your high school diploma or GED. If you answered "No" to the above question, please type N/A.

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This position requires six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) completed semester units. How many units have you completed in Early Childhood Development (ECE) or Early Child Development (CD)?

• I do not have college coursework in this area.
• I have less than 5 college semester units in this area.
• I have 6 college semester units but less than 10 semester units in this area.
• I have 10 college semester units but less than 20 semester units in this area.
• I have 20 college semester units but less than 30 semester units in this area.
• I have 30 or more college semester units in this area.

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You must attach copies of your transcripts (official or unofficial will be accepted) in order to verify the above education requirements. By typing your name below, I confirm that I understand that I must attach my transcripts in order for my application to be accepted.

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REFERENCES: Prior to employment by the Torrance Unified School District current and former employers may be requested to give information concerning your work records. By typing your name below you certify you understand you must list two professional references.

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Required Question

Employer Torrance Unified School District

Address 2335 Plaza del Amo

Torrance, California, 90509

Phone (310) 972-6340

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/tusd/default.cfm