Instructional Support Associate-Vocational (Full-Time), Los Banos Transition/Itinerant, Special Education at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the teacher, the Instructional Support Associate – Vocational assists in carrying out vocational training plans for assigned students. Performs a variety of routine tasks in assisting students in vocational training assignments. Duties include setting up learning situations, issuing supplemental materials, and providing clerical support. Operates a motor/school transportation vehicle.
Requirements / Qualifications
1. COMPLETE online application 2. Resume 3. HS Diploma/Equivalent 4. Unofficial College Transcripts (if you have over 48 college units completed or completed an AA degree) OR Satisfactory results from a Proficiency test 5. EXPERIENCE: 1 year of experience working with students in an educational or similar position. Special Requirements: Employees in this position must comply with California Vehicle Code 34520.3, Motor Carrier, and Driver Compliance with federal testing requirements. These requirements include random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident-controlled substance and alcohol use testing.
*Applicants who meet both education and experience may be invited for Proficiency testing unless already compliant. *Requires satisfactory results from pre-employment strength and drug tests.
- Copy of Transcript (48 college units OR Proficiency Passing Results)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
1. COMPLETE online application 2. Resume 3. HS Diploma/Equivalent 4. Unofficial College Transcripts (if you have over 48 college units completed or completed an AA degree) OR Satisfactory results from a Proficiency test 5. EXPERIENCE: 1 year of experience working with students in an educational or similar position. Special Requirements: Employees in this position must comply with California Vehicle Code 34520.3, Motor Carrier, and Driver Compliance with federal testing requirements. These requirements include random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident-controlled substance and alcohol use testing.
*Applicants who meet both education and experience may be invited for Proficiency testing unless already compliant. *Requires satisfactory results from pre-employment strength and drug tests.
- Copy of Transcript (48 college units OR Proficiency Passing Results)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed for satisfaction of minimum qualifications, including submitting all required documents. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following final selection.
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed for satisfaction of minimum qualifications, including submitting all required documents. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following final selection.
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
6/3/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/19/2025
Contact
Nina Mendoza
209-381-6757
209-381-6757
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$21.84 - $24.57 Per Hour
$21.84 - $24.57 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
max entry @ $23.39
Length of Work Year
6.5 hours per day; 182 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Internal Candidates
Qualified permanent employees who apply will be considered internal first.
Start date
August 2025 (new school year)
Hours
8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Grades
12th+ Transition
Location
715 W. H ST. Los Banos/Itinerant