SUBSTITUTE - PARAPROFESSIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION - HEALTH - 25/26 School Year at Palm Springs Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success: We foster - A growth mindset - Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments - An every-student, every-day mentality - Highly engaging learning opportunities - Instruction that is tailored to student needs - Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!
Requirements / Qualifications
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation attached: (1) Proof of high school graduation (HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) *Please note that College diploma/transcripts are not acceptable. **Online application must be completed in its entirety (record of work experience)** Please contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715 for assistance with this process.
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or Equivalent))
Requirements / Qualifications
Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation attached: (1) Proof of high school graduation (HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) *Please note that College diploma/transcripts are not acceptable. **Online application must be completed in its entirety (record of work experience)** Please contact Human Resources at (760) 883-2715 for assistance with this process.
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or Equivalent))
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal/Special Education department, assist assigned personnel in the supervision of students with special needs as assigned; perform specialized physical health care procedures for students with special needs in compliance with medical orders and under the training and direction of the Registered Nurse; assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment; performs routine clerical and classroom support duties as assigned. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some experience working with children in an educational or organized learning environment. Experience working with individuals with special needs or medically fragile is desirable.
District’s NCLB exam (English & Math) preferred
*Exam date invitations available upon job offer
CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 days of hire.
Upon offer of employment you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing and a TB clearance.
Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Comments and Other Information
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Principal/Special Education department, assist assigned personnel in the supervision of students with special needs as assigned; perform specialized physical health care procedures for students with special needs in compliance with medical orders and under the training and direction of the Registered Nurse; assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment; performs routine clerical and classroom support duties as assigned. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some experience working with children in an educational or organized learning environment. Experience working with individuals with special needs or medically fragile is desirable.
District’s NCLB exam (English & Math) preferred
*Exam date invitations available upon job offer
CPR and First Aid certification are required within 30 days of hire.
Upon offer of employment you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing and a TB clearance.
Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement
The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student’s actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX.
For questions or complaints, contact:
Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer
Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director – Title IX and Compliance
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805026
ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator
Laura Meusel, Executive Director, Student Support Services
760-883-2703 Ext: 4805102
ADA/Title II Coordinator - Staff
Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
All are located at:150 District Center Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264
Application Deadline
4/30/2026 3:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/20/2025
Contact
Mario Castro
760-883-2715
760-883-2715
Number of Openings
15
Salary
Single Rate
$21.10 Per Hour
$21.10 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
On Call / As Needed
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
District-wide, all grade levels
Physical Requirements
Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs., as well as frequent bending and reaching.
Written Exams
District’s NCLB exam (English & Math) preferred. If you have previously passed one or both of the required exams, you must attach the exam results to your application.