Paraeducator Behavior & Instructional Support - General Education (Open Recruitment)

Paraeducator Behavior & Instructional Support - General Education (Open Recruitment) at Westminster School District

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Application Deadline

11/17/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

11/3/2026

Contact

Maria Orona

714-894-7311 1171

Number of Openings

2

Salary

Pay Range

$24.13 - $29.33 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

10 months

Employment Type

Part Time

About the Employer

WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.

Job Summary

Job Summary

• Current & Future Vacancies & Substitutes. -Working hours are generally between 8:00am and 2:30pm, to be scheduled according to school site needs. -Part-time positions are typically 3 to 6 hours per day (15 - 29.5 hours per week) -School sites: Schmitt, & Webber

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Requirements / Qualifications

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an Administrator of Student Services, assists a certificated teacher(s) or specialist(s) in providing behavior support to students; perform independent paraprofessional duties related to regular and special education students with significant behavioral concerns; perform instructional support and follow-up activities. Positions in this class are distinguished from other Paraeducator positions by assignment to a variety of Special Education and General Education classrooms throughout the district to implement behavioral intervention plans designed by district behavior specialists; provides specialized assistance requiring specific training in behavior related programs; provides instruction to entry-level instructional assistants; assist supervisor on organizational and procedural issues, and perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and demonstrated experience in working with children in a learning situation, preferably children with special needs. College level training in child care, psychology, education and training of atypical children preferred. Forty hours of documented behavior training preferred. Must meet ONE of the following: - 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR - AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR - Passing score on our District s written exam

• Copy of Transcript
• Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an Administrator of Student Services, assists a certificated teacher(s) or specialist(s) in providing behavior support to students; perform independent paraprofessional duties related to regular and special education students with significant behavioral concerns; perform instructional support and follow-up activities. Positions in this class are distinguished from other Paraeducator positions by assignment to a variety of Special Education and General Education classrooms throughout the district to implement behavioral intervention plans designed by district behavior specialists; provides specialized assistance requiring specific training in behavior related programs; provides instruction to entry-level instructional assistants; assist supervisor on organizational and procedural issues, and perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and demonstrated experience in working with children in a learning situation, preferably children with special needs. College level training in child care, psychology, education and training of atypical children preferred. Forty hours of documented behavior training preferred. Must meet ONE of the following: - 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR - AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR - Passing score on our District s written exam

• Copy of Transcript
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate. Additional details will be provided via email. Dates are subject to change. The selection process will include a written and oral examination: - Written Examination (eSkills): Week of November 15, 2026 - Oral Examination: Week of November 22, 2026 Please note: If you are contracted with Maxim/Amergis, Strategic Kids, or Talent Colab and work at Westminster School District, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application for employment

Comments and Other Information

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to participate. Additional details will be provided via email. Dates are subject to change. The selection process will include a written and oral examination: - Written Examination (eSkills): Week of November 15, 2026 - Oral Examination: Week of November 22, 2026 Please note: If you are contracted with Maxim/Amergis, Strategic Kids, or Talent Colab and work at Westminster School District, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application for employment

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