Paraeducator (substitute)

Description Make a Difference in a Student's Day!Do you enjoy working with children, helping others learn, and making a positive impact? Are you patient, dependable, and ready to support students in reaching their potential? Oxnard School District is seeking caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Paraeducator Substitutes to support our classrooms! As a substitute, you'll work alongside teachers and school staff to create a welcoming, supportive learning environment. Whether you're helping students build academic skills, develop confidence, or overcome challenges, your contributions will make a difference. Explore Our Substitute Opportunities

Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator General Education - $19.95/hour Typical shifts are 2-5.75 hours a day between the hours of 7:30am-3:00pm

Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator Special Education - $24.23/hour Typical shifts are 2-5.75 hours a day between the hours of 7:30am-3:00pm and 2:00pm-6:00pm

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.

Examples of Duties Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator General EducationSupport students in general education classrooms, including transitional kindergarten and kindergarten (TK/K).

• Reinforce classroom lessons and assist individual students or small groups.
• Prepare instructional materials and assist with classroom activities.
• Help supervise students and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Provide additional student support, including personal care when assigned.

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Substitute/Temporary Paraeducator Special EducationProvide individualized support to students with diverse learning, behavioral, social-emotional, and physical needs.

• Assist students individually or in small groups with classroom instruction.
• Support learning and behavioral goals outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Reinforce positive behavior and provide encouragement and guidance.
• Assist with mobility, personal hygiene, feeding, and other specialized care as needed and trained.

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Entrance qualifications:

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:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent, plus ONE of the following:

• Completion of at least 48 semester units or 60 quarter units of college coursework; OR
• An Associate of Arts degree or higher; OR
• A passing score on the District's qualifying paraprofessional examination.

Experience:

• General Education: Experience working with school-age children in a structured setting is highly desirable.
• Special Education: One year of experience working with school-age children with special needs in a structured setting is desirable.

**For your application to be considered you MUST attach PROOF of EDUCATION:

• Minimum of completion of high school or any higher education
• Unofficial transcripts or copies are acceptable (official transcripts or diplomas aren't required)

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTSIf you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. Please include a copy of the evaluated foreign transcript. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)or the U.S. Department of Education to search for institutions that are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation.

Why Join Oxnard School District?

• Make a meaningful difference in students' lives.
• Gain valuable experience in education.
• Work with supportive teachers and school teams.
• Explore opportunities for future employment in public education.

Ready to Inspire and Support Students?Supplemental Information

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 prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any programs or activities based on ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, national origin, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints: The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator/Equity Compliance Officer, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONRequests 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.Benefits No benefits assigned