SUBSTITUTE - Instructional Assistant at Carlsbad Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
Substitute Instructional Assistant-Special Education aides work on an as needed, day-to-day basis. Some long-term positions may be available. Substitute positions typically work 5-6 hours per day during the school day and may be assigned to work with students from ages 3-22. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist certificated staff in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students with mild to moderate disabilities in a classroom setting; assist students with developing behavioral skills; perform a variety of instructional support activities to assist students in learning curriculum.
Requirements / Qualifications
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Substitutes will be required to meet standards outlined by the No Child Left Behind Act in one of the following ways: 1) Provide proof of completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR an associate's (or higher) degree; OR 2) Pass an assessment provided by the Carlsbad Unified School District that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics. Substitutes must provide a valid tuberculosis clearance (less than 4 years old)and a valid First Aid and CPR certification (online certifications will be accepted).
Requirements / Qualifications
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Substitutes will be required to meet standards outlined by the No Child Left Behind Act in one of the following ways: 1) Provide proof of completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR an associate's (or higher) degree; OR 2) Pass an assessment provided by the Carlsbad Unified School District that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics. Substitutes must provide a valid tuberculosis clearance (less than 4 years old)and a valid First Aid and CPR certification (online certifications will be accepted).
Comments and Other Information
If you are interested in working as an on-call, day-to-day substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, you will need to complete the following steps:
Visit the Carlsbad Unified School District Website for information on becoming a classified substitute (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carlsbadusd/transferjobs).
Print, complete, and submit the classified substitute application to Gayle Palmer via email at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net, or at the District Office between the hours of 7:30 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The District Office is located at 6225 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009.
Submit a valid Tuberculosis clearance (within four years).
Upon your submission of a completed application and required materials, you will be sent for fingerprint clearance at the District's expense.
If you have any questions regarding working as a classified substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, please contact Gayle Palmer at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net.
Comments and Other Information
If you are interested in working as an on-call, day-to-day substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, you will need to complete the following steps:
Visit the Carlsbad Unified School District Website for information on becoming a classified substitute (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carlsbadusd/transferjobs).
Print, complete, and submit the classified substitute application to Gayle Palmer via email at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net, or at the District Office between the hours of 7:30 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The District Office is located at 6225 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009.
Submit a valid Tuberculosis clearance (within four years).
Upon your submission of a completed application and required materials, you will be sent for fingerprint clearance at the District's expense.
If you have any questions regarding working as a classified substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, please contact Gayle Palmer at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net.
Application Deadline
4/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/9/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
20.12 Per Hour
20.12 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
20.12
Length of Work Year
25 - 30 hours per week, during the school year
Employment Type
Part Time