Paraeducator - Hearing Impaired (Oral Speech)

Paraeducator - Hearing Impaired (Oral Speech)

Salary

$22.87 - $27.79 Hourly

Location

Oxnard, CA, CA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

26-27:3

Department

CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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Description

Current Vacancy for Immediate Hire:

1 - Paraeducator Hearing Impaired (Oral Speech) for 5.75 hours per day, 183 workdays per year

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Under the general direction of the Manager of Special Education, acts as an aide for hearing impaired students in an oral speech program and assists students within the students assigned educational environment; facilitates communication between deaf and/or hard of hearing students and hearing persons; and performs a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Examples of Duties

• Facilitates communication between hearing impaired students, teachers, and other students in the classroom and during recreational activities;
• Integrates the hearing impaired student into the educational program of the classroom through the use of speech, reading, writing, gestures, pictures, and other methods;
• Provides instructional support to the hearing impaired students, as required;
• Assists students by explaining vocabulary and basic concepts from lessons and readings; takes notes as needed;
• Assists the teacher in all communication needs, including the promotion of safety and the encouragement of acceptable behavior and maintenance of discipline;
• Observes and reports progress of students as required; observes and controls behavior of students according to approved procedures;
• Assists students by providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance;
• Confers, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the students needs;
• Assists the teacher in providing parents with skills to aid in communicating with their hearing impaired children in support of the classroom instructions;
• Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating various educational equipment as needed, and distributing and collecting papers and supplies;
• Assists hearing impaired students become self-reliant.

Other Related Duties

• May perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials, scoring papers, recording grades, taking role and maintaining records and files;
• May assist non- and limited English speaking students with language development skills;
• May travel to multiple classrooms/schools to work with students;
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Please refer to the "Employment Standards" section of this bulletin to make sure you meet all requirements before applying. Applications for employment are accepted online only.

Employment Standards

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Training: Consistent with the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and other related legislation, paraprofessionals working in a program supported with Title I funds must meet the following standards:

The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following:

• Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or
• Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or
• Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.

Experience: Two years of experience working with hearing impaired students or children in a school, health services, or other instructional environment.

License or Certificate

• Possession of, a valid California Drivers license may be required for some positions.
• Possession of, a CPR and first aid certificate.

Supplemental Information

This is a Dual Certification recruitment: Candidates who attain a passing score on each examination part will be placed in rank order on an eligibility list after promotional credits are added to the composite test scores of promotional candidates. These examinations are open to permanent employees and the public.

Click on the Classification below for the full job description and duties

Paraeducator - Hearing Impaired (Oral Speech)

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Requests for reasonable accommodations for the testing process must be made no less than three (3) days prior to the examination. Requests must be signed by your medical doctor, school psychologist, or learning consultant as appropriate and must be on provider letterhead and contain an actual signature.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Oxnard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org

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Education and Training: Consistent with the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and other related legislation, paraprofessionals working in a program supported with Title I funds must meet the following standards: The equivalent of graduation from high school and one of the following: -Completion of at least two years of study (48 semester units or 60 quarter units) at an institution of higher education; Or -Attainment of an Associate of Arts degree or higher degree; Or -Meeting a rigorous standard of quality by receiving a passing score in an examination administered by the Personnel Commission which demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics. In order to qualify for this position, you MUST attach PROOF OF EDUCATION for ONE of the following education requirements to your application - select below which proof of education you are submitting. Please note: if you do not attach or submit any proof of education, you will be DISQUALIFIED from this recruitment. You may submit official or unofficial transcripts, copy of diploma, etc.

• Transcripts (official or unofficial): proof of a minimum of 48 semester or 60 quarter units of college coursework
• Diploma or transcripts: proof of an Associate of Arts degree or higher
• Diploma or transcripts: proof of high school diploma or equivalent (applicants will need to pass an assessment before qualifying for this position)
• I have not submitted my proof of education. I understand I will be disqualified from this recruitment.

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Experience Required: Two years of experience working with hearing impaired students or children in a school, health services, or other instructional environment. Do you meet the listed experience requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience working with hearing impaired students or children in a school, health services, or other instructional environment. Please note: Make sure this is listed in the education portion of the application. If none, type N/A.

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Special Requirements, License or Certificate, as required by the individual assignment/position: - Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Drivers license - Possession of, or ability to obtain, a CPR and first aid certificate Please note, the listed license and certificate may be required at the time of hire. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement, if needed?

• Yes
• No

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Testing and Interview Dates Notice: Please note and save the following dates for testing and interviews. All communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. Notice of application status - July 16 NCLB Exam (if needed) - July 24 Qualifications Appraisal Interview - July 29

• I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following: 1. Read the job description and understand the position you are applying for 2. Read the Employment Standards and meet the required experience and education requirements listed and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application, including any proof of education required (this standard will be used to screen ALL applications received) 3. You have completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly

• I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

Required Question

Employer Oxnard School District

Address 1051 South A St.

Oxnard, California, 93030

Phone (805) 385-1501 x 2071

Website http://www.oxnardsd.org