Instructional Aide, Dari/English

Waterford Unified School District
  • Waterford, CA
  • $19.06–$22.09 Per Hour
12 days ago

Job Description

Instructional Aide, Dari/English at Waterford Unified School District

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Application Deadline

9/14/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

8/24/2026

Contact

Gloria Gonzales

2098741809 0130

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$19.06 - $22.09 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

5.75 hrs per day / 180 days / 10 months

Employment Type

Part Time

Locations:

Waterford Unified School District

About the Employer

Welcome to the Waterford Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in joining the Waterford USD family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support, and an invigorating mission. The primary function of Waterford USD is to service and support our schools along with numerous other agencies, as we strive for excellence for our preschool and school-aged children. Waterford USD serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. Vision Statement: Committed to excellence, achievement, and success Mission Statement: Waterford USD, in partnership and collaboration with families and the community, is committed to developing: A safe, healthy and supportive environment Academic excellence and achievement for all students Well-rounded successful citizens with personal integrity Self-directed and collaborative learners who are college and career ready Diverse learning opportunities Critical thinking and creative expression

Job Summary

Job Summary

  • Fluent (speak, read and write) Dari and English; Pass skills test in Dari Language.

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print

DEFINITION Under supervision, to perform a variety of instructional activities; to assist in the conduct of intensified learning experiences; to perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and to do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 1. Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises. 2. Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities. 3. Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel. 4. Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assist in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors. 5. Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques. 6. Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students. 7. Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information. 8. Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media machines and equipment. 9. May administer and score a variety of criterion referenced and general aptitude tests, and records the test results. 10. Perform appropriately in situations requiring tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public, parents, students and staff. 11. Requisition, store and maintain an appropriate inventory of textbooks, instructional materials, supplies, and equipment. 12. Administer routine first aid and request assistance for non-routine injury or illness. 13. Assist in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment. 14. May participate in parent conferences and other student progress report activities. 15. Does other related work as required. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Basic concepts of child growth and development, and developmental behavior characteristics; Student behavior management strategies and techniques; Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar; Basic arithmetical concepts; Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures. Ability to: Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups; Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English and a second language, as required by the assignment; Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment; Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; 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. 1. Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 20 to 40 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 2. This type of work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve running, walking or standing for brief periods. 3. Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, 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. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: Experience: One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3)
  • NCLB Compliance
  • Proof of HS Graduation
  • Resume
  • TB Screening Result

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3)
  • NCLB Compliance
  • Proof of HS Graduation
  • Resume
  • TB Screening Result

Comments and Other Information

  • Language Required: Dari TB Screening Results may be provided upon job offer and fingerprint clearance. * NCLB = CODESP Test Certificate or 48 College Units

Comments and Other Information

  • Language Required: Dari TB Screening Results may be provided upon job offer and fingerprint clearance. * NCLB = CODESP Test Certificate or 48 College Units

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Numbers & Facts

LocationWaterford, CA
Salary$19.06–$22.09 Per Hour

Skills

  • Academic Backgroundunmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)unmatched
  • Child Developmentunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Conferencesunmatched
  • Depth Perceptionunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • First Aidunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Management Strategyunmatched
  • Manual Dexterityunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Office Equipmentunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Progress Reportsunmatched
  • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • Staff Trainingunmatched
  • Student Conductunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Training/Teaching Materialsunmatched
  • Volunteer Experienceunmatched

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