Adult Transition Program - Instructional Assistant at Poway Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The job of Adult Transition Program Instructional Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing, under the direction of an assigned supervisor, a variety of instructional and support services for students ages 18 – 22 with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the enhancement of school-to-career transition; with specific responsibilities for assisting in the instruction, behavior management, and supervision of students.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Experience: Two years of experience working with students of various age levels requiring a specialized learning environment. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency: Possession of a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and one of the following: 1) completion of at least two years of study (minimum 48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; 2) possession of an associate's (or higher) degree; or 3) passing the District's local assessment that demonstrates the knowledge and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics at a level meeting state and federal requirements.
******PLEASE NOTE: This recruitment is for Abraxas High School .******* All qualified candidates will be placed on an Eligibility List for six months. This is a 9.5 month position. Candidates who possess a valid and current CA teaching credential, will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification. Please Note: Abraxas High School has an alternative school year calendar, different from all other PUSD schools. The Abraxas School Calendar can be viewed at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/2026-2027-abraxas-calendar
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Experience: Two years of experience working with students of various age levels requiring a specialized learning environment. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency: Possession of a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and one of the following: 1) completion of at least two years of study (minimum 48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; 2) possession of an associate's (or higher) degree; or 3) passing the District's local assessment that demonstrates the knowledge and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics at a level meeting state and federal requirements.
******PLEASE NOTE: This recruitment is for Abraxas High School .******* All qualified candidates will be placed on an Eligibility List for six months. This is a 9.5 month position. Candidates who possess a valid and current CA teaching credential, will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification. Please Note: Abraxas High School has an alternative school year calendar, different from all other PUSD schools. The Abraxas School Calendar can be viewed at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/2026-2027-abraxas-calendar
Comments and Other Information
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.
Benefits include:
Retirement – CalPERS
Holidays – 18 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
Vacation – Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
Sick Leave – 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
Medical and Prescription Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
Flexible Benefit Plan Options
For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/benefits
Comments and Other Information
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.
Benefits include:
Retirement – CalPERS
Holidays – 18 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
Vacation – Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
Sick Leave – 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
Medical and Prescription Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Travel Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
Flexible Benefit Plan Options
For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/benefits
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
8/5/2026
Contact
Danielle Strauss
858-521-2798
858-521-2798
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$21.48 - $27.49 Per Hour
$21.48 - $27.49 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
9 1/2 months
Employment Type
Part Time