Instructional Support Specialist at El Dorado County Office of Education
About the Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Job Purpose Statement: Under the general direction of the classroom teacher, the Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) assists the classroom teacher in all aspects of providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to ensure student progress on IEP goals and overall care and welfare of students with extensive support needs. Under the direction of the teacher, the ISS provides training and support to new and substitute instructional assistants and substitute teachers to ensure instructional continuity.
Requirements / Qualifications
• Experience: Three years experience working in an educational environment strongly preferred. Prior experience working with students with disabilities is preferred. • Education: Successful completion of the EDCOE 40-hour ISS training and a passing score on the ISS exam/practicum. Candidates who have completed 40 hours of RBT training through another agency may submit their certificate of completion for consideration. If approved, only 10 hours of additional training will be required.
Please upload the following documents along with a completed application:
- Certificate Copy (ISS or RBT Training Certificate)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - written within the last two years)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
• Experience: Three years experience working in an educational environment strongly preferred. Prior experience working with students with disabilities is preferred. • Education: Successful completion of the EDCOE 40-hour ISS training and a passing score on the ISS exam/practicum. Candidates who have completed 40 hours of RBT training through another agency may submit their certificate of completion for consideration. If approved, only 10 hours of additional training will be required.
Please upload the following documents along with a completed application:
- Certificate Copy (ISS or RBT Training Certificate)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Current Letters - written within the last two years)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information.
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information.
Application Deadline
8/14/2025 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/24/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$23.95 - $31.17 Per Hour
$23.95 - $31.17 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Initial salary placement is on the first step of range.
Length of Work Year
7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, 197 days per year, 10 months
Employment Type
Part Time
Mandatory Testing
Multiple choice test link will be sent after application deadline and is due by 10:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Interview Date
TBD