Instructional Paraprofessional Applicant Pool – Special Education at Butte County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) is located in Northern California and serves 13 districts and 17 charter schools in Butte County and provides services to students and educators in all 58 California Counties and employs 1400 people in Butte County and across the state.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision of assigned management employee, assists certificated staff in monitoring of student activities, maintenance of a suitable learning environment and learning experiences, preparation of appropriate materials, and providing a safe and healthy environment. Assists in the planning and implementation of an educational program for children; and performs a variety of general clerical duties.
Requirements / Qualifications
***All applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below. No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted.*** Upon offer of employment, a valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance will be required.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation required, current letters preferred)
- NCLB Compliance (Must show proof of possession of 48 semester units from an accredited college or university; or 2) Associate’s degree or higher; or 3) CBEST (Plus passage of CODESP Instructional Component); or 4) Passage of a Butte County Office of Education approved comprehensive Local Assessment Test (CODESP); or 5) Passage of another district approved NCLB Local Assessment Test)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
***All applications MUST be accompanied by the items listed below. No paper applications or additional documents will be accepted.*** Upon offer of employment, a valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance will be required.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters of recommendation required, current letters preferred)
- NCLB Compliance (Must show proof of possession of 48 semester units from an accredited college or university; or 2) Associate’s degree or higher; or 3) CBEST (Plus passage of CODESP Instructional Component); or 4) Passage of a Butte County Office of Education approved comprehensive Local Assessment Test (CODESP); or 5) Passage of another district approved NCLB Local Assessment Test)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
FINGERPRINTING FOR CONDUCTING A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED and completed upon offer of employment.
To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
BCOE is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
BCOE prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or concerns, please contact:
Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Mikeial Williamson, Assistant Superintendent – HR; (530)532-5766; mwilliamson@bcoe.org
Section 504 Coordinator: Maryanne Taylor, Senior Director – Special Education; (530)532-5740; mtaylor@bcoe.org
Comments and Other Information
FINGERPRINTING FOR CONDUCTING A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION IS REQUIRED and completed upon offer of employment.
To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
BCOE is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
BCOE prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or concerns, please contact:
Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Mikeial Williamson, Assistant Superintendent – HR; (530)532-5766; mwilliamson@bcoe.org
Section 504 Coordinator: Maryanne Taylor, Senior Director – Special Education; (530)532-5740; mtaylor@bcoe.org
Application Deadline
6/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/26/2026
Contact
Laura Allen
530-532-5818
530-532-5818
Number of Openings
10
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Schedule 5, Range 10, $20.29 - $30.00 per hour. Placement dependent on experience.
Length of Work Year
11 Months / 207 Days (prorated based on date of hire)/ this position could be hired as part time or full time based upon need at the time of vacancy.
Employment Type
Full and Part Time
Benefits
Vacation and sick leave accrued. This position qualifies for CalPERS retirement.
Location
Special Education sites in Gridley and Oroville. Positions could be at any of the following schools: Mesa Vista School, Oakdale Elementary School, Sierra Ave. School, Manzanita Elementary, Nelson Ave. School