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Instructional Assistant Special Education at Antioch Unified School District

Application Deadline

6/6/2021 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted
5/13/2021
Contact
Terri Canada
925-779-7500 43730
Number of Openings
15

Add'l Salary Info

CSEA Range 122: Step A $19.87 to Step F $25.44 (see full range below)
Length of Work Year
10 Mos. / 180 days Student Days Only
Employment Type
Part Time

FINAL FILING DATE:

Sunday, June 6, 2021 by 4:30 p.m.

RECRUITMENT TYPE:

OPEN/ PROMOTIONAL

About the Employer

We are a unified school district serving more than 16,150 students in grades K -12. We have thirteen elementary schools, four middle schools, two comprehensive high schools, three specialized high schools, two alternative high schools and one K-8 school. We also offer a home schooling program, adult education courses and other unique programs to fit the needs of all students. Our school district employs approximately 1,100 certificated and nearly 900 classified employees. Antioch Unified School District is centrally located in the East Bay and provides ready access to scenic mountains, waterfronts, wine country, historical sites and the Pacific Ocean. Antioch is known as the “Gateway to the Delta” and is one of California’s oldest cities, with a diverse community of approximately 100,000. The Antioch Unified School District is a Merit System District. As such, final selection of our classified staff members will be made from candidates who have been placed on an eligibility list. Eligibility is determined via an evaluation and competitive screening/scoring of a candidate’s training and experience as demonstrated on the application and responses provided in the supplemental questions.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Unit: CSEA Classification Work Year: 10 Mos. / 180 days / Student Days Only Classification Hours/Months: 3.5 to 6 hours per day/ 180 day work year calendar Current Vacancies: 15, plus substitute on-call opportunities (Range 122) Hourly Salary: Step A: $19.87, Step B: $20.88, Step C: $21.93, Step D: 23.04, Step E: $24.21, Step F: 25.44 DEADLINE TO APPLY: Sunday, June 6, 2021 by 4:30 p.m. Please apply here on EdJoin or download an application and information at www.Antiochschools.net. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, including any blank fields WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. A resume may be submitted in addition to further describe your qualifications. Applicants will be notified of the status of their application and testing details via U. S. mail and/or email to the address provided, within two weeks. Requests for reasonable accommodations must be submitted along with your application packet. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom and program activities. Please refer to the full job description above for full details.

Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices, basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling, safe practices in classroom and playground activities, basic instructional methods and techniques, correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary, oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, Ability to: Assist with instruction and related activities in a special education classroom or assigned learning environment; reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher; learn child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs; perform clerical duties related to classroom and program activities; monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain routine records and files; understand and relate to children with special needs; operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer; observe health and safety regulations; administer first aid and CPR (see job description for full details). REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school or equivalent; experience working with children in an educational or child care setting; or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.


      Unit: CSEA Classification Work Year: 10 Mos. / 180 days / Student Days Only Classification Hours/Months: 3.5 to 6 hours per day/ 180 day work year calendar Current Vacancies: 15, plus substitute on-call opportunities (Range 122) Hourly Salary: Step A: $19.87, Step B: $20.88, Step C: $21.93, Step D: 23.04, Step E: $24.21, Step F: 25.44 DEADLINE TO APPLY: Sunday, June 6, 2021 by 4:30 p.m. Please apply here on EdJoin or download an application and information at www.Antiochschools.net. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS, including any blank fields WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. A resume may be submitted in addition to further describe your qualifications. Applicants will be notified of the status of their application and testing details via U. S. mail and/or email to the address provided, within two weeks. Requests for reasonable accommodations must be submitted along with your application packet. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom and program activities. Please refer to the full job description above for full details.

      Knowledge of: Child guidance principles and practices, basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling, safe practices in classroom and playground activities, basic instructional methods and techniques, correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary, oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, Ability to: Assist with instruction and related activities in a special education classroom or assigned learning environment; reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher; learn child guidance principles and practices related to children with special education needs; perform clerical duties related to classroom and program activities; monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain routine records and files; understand and relate to children with special needs; operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer; observe health and safety regulations; administer first aid and CPR (see job description for full details). REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school or equivalent; experience working with children in an educational or child care setting; or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

          Comments and Other Information

          Examinations: The selection process will consist of an application screening for completeness and qualifications, a written exam (weighted 60%) and an oral interview exam (weighted 40%). The written exam is expected to be held on June 23, 2021 and oral exam date is to be determined. A passing score must be achieved on each portion of the exams. Final selection will be made from those who achieve the three highest ranking scores. The Antioch Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. AUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital, family or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the District's Title IX Coordinator: Christine Ibarra, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services, 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509, 925-779-7500 or by email at Christineibarra@antiochschools.net. A Merit System- Equal Opportunity Employer Posted 5/13/2021

          Comments and Other Information


          Examinations: The selection process will consist of an application screening for completeness and qualifications, a written exam (weighted 60%) and an oral interview exam (weighted 40%). The written exam is expected to be held on June 23, 2021 and oral exam date is to be determined. A passing score must be achieved on each portion of the exams. Final selection will be made from those who achieve the three highest ranking scores. The Antioch Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. AUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital, family or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the District's Title IX Coordinator: Christine Ibarra, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services, 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509, 925-779-7500 or by email at Christineibarra@antiochschools.net. A Merit System- Equal Opportunity Employer Posted 5/13/2021