Instructional Assistant Moderate/Severe for Child Care Services: 2:05 pm - 6:00 pm

Instructional Assistant Moderate/Severe for Child Care Services: 2:05 pm - 6:00 pm at Saddleback Valley UnifiedApplication DeadlineUntil FilledDate Posted4/29/2026ContactAllisa Stayner949-580-3358Number of Openings3SalaryPay Range$21.59 - $27.50 Per HourAdd'l Salary InfoRange 29. External Candidates start at Step A-C based on verified experience. Current, regular employee on promotion - placed at the lowest step of new range which provides a raise of approx. 5%, within constraints of the salary schedule.Length of Work Year3.92 hours/day, 19.6 hours/week, 5 days/week,10.5 monthsEmployment TypePart TimeAbout The EmployerThe Saddleback Valley Unified School District (SVUSD) is a public school district located in South Orange County, California. The district serves approximately 23,000 students in grades preschool through adult education across 33 school sites. Learn more about SVUSD at www.svusd.org/about/svusd.Job SummaryJob SummaryIn the process of updating: DEFINITION Under supervision of the principal, and as directed by a certificated employee, assists in the physical care and instructional activities of severely handicapped students, and does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Assist in the supervision and motivation, body-care needs (i.e. toileting, diapering), and training of severely handicapped students; work with students individually and in small groups, tutoring or reinforcing instruction in academic, physical education, or vocational subject areas, or in personal and self-care matters; assist in implementing preventative behavior plans/behavior intervention plans as needed; control volatile students physically as needed. Assist teachers in the construction and development of instructional materials and equipment and in the presentation of learning materials; assist in teaching of manual activities including preparing and serving foods, dishwashing, and housekeeping; perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities; operate a variety of classroom and office equipment use positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavioral strategies; supervise students during instructional activities, recess periods and may provide supervision of students during community-based-instruction or related activities; may provide vocational and mobility training; maintain student records and files; assist in maintaining a neat, orderly and attractive classroom; operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional technology; implement individual learning prescriptions prepared by teachers; may administer medications. This position may also be required to perform specialized heath care procedures following specific protocols. A stipend may be paid for performing specialized health care procedures and CPR is required. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of Behavior and characteristics oRequirements / QualificationsMUST ATTACH PROOF OF: - Passing the CBEST, or - Having completed two years of college (48 units), or - An AA degree or higher, or - Must have passed the District proficiency exam in mathematics, reading, and writing prior to the job posting closing date. -CPR/First Aid certification required, only in-person/blended classed accepted. Must be uploaded to application. Testing information is available at the following link: https://www.svusd.org/departments/human-resources/instructional-assistantsIf you are using education to meet the requirements for this position, your Transcripts or Diploma MUST be attached to your application on EdJoin.Requirements / QualificationsMUST ATTACH PROOF OF: - Passing the CBEST, or - Having completed two years of college (48 units), or - An AA degree or higher, or - Must have passed the District proficiency exam in mathematics, reading, and writing prior to the job posting closing date. -CPR/First Aid certification required, only in-person/blended classed accepted. Must be uploaded to application. Testing information is available at the following link: https://www.svusd.org/departments/human-resources/instructional-assistantsIf you are using education to meet the requirements for this position, your Transcripts or Diploma MUST be attached to your application on EdJoin.Comments and Other InformationTHE PERSON SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO ASSIGNMENT TO ANY DISTRICT FACILITY DURING ANY HOURS OF OPERATION.Comments and Other InformationTHE PERSON SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO ASSIGNMENT TO ANY DISTRICT FACILITY DURING ANY HOURS OF OPERATION.Links Related To This JobSVUSD-Employment InformationClassified Regular Salary ScheduleSVUSD Certificated Teacher Salary ScheduleView Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem.CalPERS LinksNot all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only.CalPERS Retirement Benefits