Paraeducator I - (Special Edu Instructional Support)
Salary
$19.83 - $23.82 Hourly
Location
Conejo Valley Unified School District - Thousand Oaks, CA
Job Type
School Term - varies by school site
Job Number
26-375-1
Division
Instructional and Student Services
Department
Special Education
Opening Date
06/11/2026
Closing Date
6/30/2027 8:00 AM Pacific
Salary Schedule Range
31
RECRUITMENT DETAILS
POSITIONS TO BE FILLED FROM THE ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE ESTABLISHED FROM THIS RECRUITMENT:
(1) Permanent positions - available positions are 3.0 hrs/day, 4.5 hrs/day (preschool only), 5.5hrs/day and 6.0 hrs/day
(2) Substitute/On-Call
Work Year Length: School-Term (206 days/year - late August to mid June), including 13 paid holidays, and up to 10 paid vacation days.
THE ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS
Application Process:
Complete the ONLINE application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Be sure your application reflects all relevant experience, paid or volunteer. A resume may be attached, but is not required. You will have an opportunity to select which school sites you would like to work at or select that you have no preference at the end of the application. You only need to fill out ONE application per job class.
Application Process:
Complete the ONLINE application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Be sure your application reflects all relevant experience, paid or volunteer. A resume may be attached, but is not required.
Examination Process:
General Assessment Examination (weighted 100%) - In compliance with Every Student Succeeds Act, applicants must participate in an examination assessing knowledge/skills in math, writing and reading comprehension.
PRACTICE TEST: https://www.parapropracticetest.com/
Additional Test Preparation Resources: https://www.conejousd.org/Departments/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities-PREVIOUS/Classified-Employment-Opportunities/Testing-Preparation
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the immediate supervision of an assigned school administrator and general direction of a classroom teacher, provides instructional assistance to students individually and/or in groups according to state standards, classroom objectives and the individualized education program (IEP), including health and/or behavioral plans; provides emergency health-related assistance to students as needed.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICIS BETWEEN RELATED JOB CLASSES
Positions in the Paraeducator I job classification primarily focus on providing instructional and physical assistance to students who are developing the foundation for progressive mastery of reading, writing, and mathematics. Assignments within this job classification may be allocated across various programs within the Special Education program of the District, including Autism, LEAP, Resource, SDC, and 1:1 student support services.
Assists teacher(s) with implementation of students IEP goals and objectives through instruction and a wide variety of prescribed activities; reinforces classroom instruction through follow-up learning activities; provides additional tutoring to students in academic subject areas as assigned.
Confers with teacher(s), and other school personnel as appropriate, regarding programs and materials to meet student need.
Assists in gathering, assembling, and preparing various instructional materials and learning aides for delivering classroom instruction and related activities.
Provides assistance with classroom, outdoor playground, cafeteria, and field trip travel supervision; ensures students are not leaving designated areas.
Directs students to engage safely in learning activities and school functions, and assists in shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
Assists the teacher with behavior management and intervention plans; may record behavior incidents.
Applies approved behavior intervention techniques to maintain student safety as required.
Assesses crisis situations and intervenes to defuse situations using conflict resolution, crisis intervention, restraints, or assisting staff as appropriate;
Assists students with personal care such as washing, grooming, toileting, and diaper changing.
Assists in keeping classroom neat, clean, and safe; assists in developing and maintaining the classroom learning environment that enhances student learning.
Reinforces functional academic concepts with music, puppets, big books and devices.
Collaborates with other service providers such as speech and adaptive physical education specialist.
Assists in hand-over-hand activities with students with limited fine motor skills.
Assists with proctoring assessments, grading assignments and assisting in library research;
Under the direct supervision and observation of a certificated staff, assists students with taking medication under prescribed policies and procedures.
May ride with students on the bus which transports the students to and from school and assists students in moving to and from activities on school site or campus.
Under the supervision of a certificated staff, assists with feeding students unable to feed themselves.
Attends in-services and staff meetings as required
May provide assistance to students in transitioning in and out of wheelchairs, braces, and other equipment.
May assists the teacher with routine classroom clerical tasks such as making photocopies and preparing and assembling classroom materials
May accompany students in vocational training setting and/or on community outings.
Maintains confidentiality of student information in accordance with legal requirements and policies
Performs other related duties as required
MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or an equivalent. Completion of at least two years of study (48 units) at an institution of higher education, or Associates or higher degree highly desirable.
Experience: One year of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in an organizational setting. Experience working with individuals with special developmental needs is desirable.
Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements
Valid California Class C Drivers License
JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
Basic mathematical concepts appropriate to supporting school instruction;
Non-violent crisis intervention techniques and principles;
Fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support;
Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct;
Child guidance and adolescent development principles and practices;
Applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities.
Ability to:
Maintain professional integrity, respect, empathy, and patience with students having a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities
Provide physical care and communicate effectively with students with special needs from age 3 to 22
Assist in lifting and moving students who may wear heavy braces, use wheelchairs, and other orthopedic devices
Learn and apply behavior management and intervention techniques
Communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing
Show composure and clear thinking in emergencies and under stressful circumstances;
Adapt quickly to new students and to changes in IEPs
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students and staff
Recognize and report safety hazards
Learn, understand, and apply applicable laws, rules, practices, and procedures
Learn to use specialized instructional technologies
Model communication and interaction that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and cultures
Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines;
Use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations;
Nondiscrimination in Employment
The CVUSD Governing Board 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 status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, 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. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.
BENEFITS
MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 27.5 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in a variety of District plans. Employee contribution amount towards a premium varies based on medical plan. Family coverage is also available with an additional employee monthly paid premium. NOTE: Employees with assignments fewer than 27.5 hours per week are eligible to participate / buy-in into medical plans at full cost.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family dental insurance.
VISION CARE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family vision insurance.
HOLIDAYS: Up to fourteen paid holidays per year.
LIFE INSURANCE: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 30.0 or more hours per week shall be eligible to participate in the District-paid coverage for family life insurance.
VACATION: Employees with one to three years of service earn 12 vacation days per year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn vacation on a pro rata basis). The number of vacation days earned increases with longevity up to 20 days per year after 15 years of service.
SICK LEAVE: One day per month, cumulative from year to year (employees working less than 12 months shall earn sick leave on a pro rata basis).
RETIREMENT: Employees holding regular/permanent positions at 4 or more hours daily AND at least 20 hours weekly are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit Public Employees Retirement System(CalPERS) website.
Employees holding positions that are fewer than 4 hours per day or 20 hours per week are enrolled in APPLE, an alternative to Social Security. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer.
SALARY STEP MOVEMENT: First day of fiscal year (July 1st) for those employees in working status at least 75% of work year.
LONGEVITY COMPENSATION: Upon completion of 7, 10, 14, 20, 24, and 29 years of service from the hire date, employees receive an additional 2 1/2% salary increase.
REPRESENTATION: Classified staff (with the exception of Campus Safety Assistants) are represented by Chapter 620, CSEA.
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Please select any and all school sites where you would be willing to work:
Required Question
Employer Conejo Valley Unified School District
Address 750 Mitchell Rd
Newbury Park, California, 91320
Phone 805-498-4557
Website http://www.conejousd.org