Lead Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood

Lead Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood at Shasta County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

7/9/2026

Contact

Rachel Howell

5303951929 1929

Number of Openings

9

Salary

Pay Range

$19.51 - $26.23 Per Hour

Add l Salary Info

Salary based on relevant experience

Length of Work Year

Permanent, 11 months

Employment Type

Part Time

About the Employer

We are located in beautiful Northern California on the Sacramento River, near Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and many other natural wonders. We are an outdoor enthusiast s ideal destination. If you are searching for a place with affordable homes, where you can escape traffic and congestion, and with a true sense of community then come explore Shasta County, California. We are committed to ensuring that all students receive a quality education taught by highly qualified and motivated staff committed to the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student. Our mission at the Shasta County Office of Education, "To be leaders in educational excellence, offering support to schools and community to ensure Shasta County students receive a quality education preparing them for high school graduation and success in career and college". It is a mission we do not take lightly. We are accountable to our clients, not only in providing a quality education for our youth, but also in maintaining sound management practices and care in how we provide oversight to the 25 school districts in Shasta County. Together with the school district superintendents we have developed common goals centered around collaboration and support for all students throughout Shasta County. Core Values Service to and Engagement of school districts, and community partners and each other for the benefit of all students Hopeful and Helpful Aspire to improve and innovate Shared humor and joy Trustworthy Attract, hire, and retain the best employees

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print

POSITION TITLE: Lead Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood-State Preschool

Purpose

The job of Lead Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood-State Preschool is done to provide support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for working with individual and/or small groups of students; to provide support to teacher/s and staff; and to take on the role of teacher in his/her absence.

This job reports to the Assigned Administrator/Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities assignments and/or materials; also, plans curriculum on lesson plans under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting program regulations.
• Assists with the development and implementation of instructional programs and lesson plans (e.g. under the supervision of assigned teacher, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with classroom activities (e.g. language, literacy, numerics, etc.) for the purpose of introducing, practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching individual developmental goals academic goals.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Completes anecdotal observations for the purpose of assisting in the collection of assessment support.
• Conducts on-going assessments of children for the purpose of assisting teacher with the completion of regional assessments.
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Maintains classroom equipment and work area for the purpose of providing a safe learning environment; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Provides immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, hygiene, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, inappropriate social behavior, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, behavioral incidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Supervise and zone children in all activities through out the day for the purpose of ensuring the safety of all children.
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the preparation and implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.
• Visually supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and adhering to safety practices and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate activities; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; and practicing cultural competency while working collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions; adapting to changing work priorities.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience Job related experience is desired.

Education High school diploma or equivalent. Requires completion of 12 Early Childhood Education coursework units in the following core areas: Human or Child Development, Child, Family and Community, Introduction to Curriculum and any other 3 unit early childhood education (ECE) course.

Equivalency Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Must have a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or ability to obtain the permit within 30 days of date of hire.

The stated education and experience requirements are the preferred minimum qualifications for this job. However, relevant experience to substitute for the education requirement and relevant education, certificates and/or licenses to substitute for the experience requirement may be allowed.

Required Testing

Certificates

Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency

Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

Continuing Educ./Training

Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Blood Borne Pathogen

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting

Integrated Pest Management

Sexual Harassment

Mandated Reporter (AB 1207)

New Hire Orientation

Department of Justice & FBI LiveScan Clearance

Current Pertussis (TDAP), Measles (MMR), and Influenza Immunizations

Pre-Placement Health Assessment

Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Clearance

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Range

Non Exempt 16

Requirements / Qualifications

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit a completed online application via EDJOIN or a paper application (found under the Links Related to this Job on the right (click on Classified Application) Requires completion of 12 Early Childhood Education coursework units in the following core areas: Human or Child Development, Child, Family and Community, Introduction to Curriculum and any other 3 unit early childhood education (ECE) course. Associate s degree preferred. Submit Letter of Introduction stating educational background and experience as it relates to this position. (optional) *Submit a current resume . (optional) If submitting by paper application, mail or drop off complete package (see requirements above) to: Shasta County Office of Education ATTN: Human Resources 1644 Magnolia Avenue Redding, CA 96001

• Copy of Transcript (Showing the completion of 12 Early Childhood Education coursework units in the following core areas: Human or Child Development, Child, Family and Community, Introduction to Curriculum and any other 3 unit early childhood education (ECE) course)

Requirements / Qualifications

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit a completed online application via EDJOIN or a paper application (found under the Links Related to this Job on the right (click on Classified Application) Requires completion of 12 Early Childhood Education coursework units in the following core areas: Human or Child Development, Child, Family and Community, Introduction to Curriculum and any other 3 unit early childhood education (ECE) course. Associate s degree preferred. Submit Letter of Introduction stating educational background and experience as it relates to this position. (optional) *Submit a current resume . (optional) If submitting by paper application, mail or drop off complete package (see requirements above) to: Shasta County Office of Education ATTN: Human Resources 1644 Magnolia Avenue Redding, CA 96001

• Copy of Transcript (Showing the completion of 12 Early Childhood Education coursework units in the following core areas: Human or Child Development, Child, Family and Community, Introduction to Curriculum and any other 3 unit early childhood education (ECE) course)

Comments and Other Information

Locations: --Bonny View - 10:30am - 02:25pm --Grand Oaks - 8:00am - 11:55am --Hilltop - 7:45 am - 11:40 am --Hilltop - 12:20 pm - 4:15 pm --Juniper - 07:45am - 11:40am --Juniper - 08:00am - 11:55am --Juniper - 12:20pm - 4:15pm --Juniper - 12:20pm - 4:15pm --Millville - 12:25pm - 4:20pm --Rother - 07:45am - 11:40am 19.75 hours per week; permanent, 11 month positions Under the direction of a supervisor, provide quality child care, learning activities and a safe and caring environment for children in an assigned early childhood program; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

Comments and Other Information

Locations: --Bonny View - 10:30am - 02:25pm --Grand Oaks - 8:00am - 11:55am --Hilltop - 7:45 am - 11:40 am --Hilltop - 12:20 pm - 4:15 pm --Juniper - 07:45am - 11:40am --Juniper - 08:00am - 11:55am --Juniper - 12:20pm - 4:15pm --Juniper - 12:20pm - 4:15pm --Millville - 12:25pm - 4:20pm --Rother - 07:45am - 11:40am 19.75 hours per week; permanent, 11 month positions Under the direction of a supervisor, provide quality child care, learning activities and a safe and caring environment for children in an assigned early childhood program; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

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