Instructional Assistant at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support.
Requirements / Qualifications
The work schedule is a set schedule M-F, 3.9 hours per day.
QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to graduation from high school, good general background and work experience, including one year of paid or volunteer experience working with school-age children desired.
One of the following must be met:
- Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) or forty-eight (48) semester units, including a math and an English class (units need to be passed with a grade of C or higher); OR
- Obtain an Associate’s degree or higher OR
- Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing and mathematics readiness. The district offers this test monthly. You are given two hours to complete the test.
If you are submitting transcripts instead of the taking the test they must be submitted with the application. Unofficial can be submitted but transcripts must be legible and show proof of forty-eight (48) semester units, including a math and an English class; OR a conferred date for an associate’s (or higher) degree. ACCOMMODATIONS: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the examination process itself. Applicants must notify the Office of Human Resources in writing of the type of accommodations being requested at the time of filing the application. Applicants may be required to provide documentation supporting the request for accommodation when the request is made.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript (Reflecting 48 units or more, including a math and an English class. Units need to be passed with a grade of C or higher.Unofficial are excepted, original/sealed transcripts will be requested if selected for position.)
Requirements / Qualifications
The work schedule is a set schedule M-F, 3.9 hours per day.
QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to graduation from high school, good general background and work experience, including one year of paid or volunteer experience working with school-age children desired.
One of the following must be met:
- Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) or forty-eight (48) semester units, including a math and an English class (units need to be passed with a grade of C or higher); OR
- Obtain an Associate’s degree or higher OR
- Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing and mathematics readiness. The district offers this test monthly. You are given two hours to complete the test.
If you are submitting transcripts instead of the taking the test they must be submitted with the application. Unofficial can be submitted but transcripts must be legible and show proof of forty-eight (48) semester units, including a math and an English class; OR a conferred date for an associate’s (or higher) degree. ACCOMMODATIONS: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, applicants with disabilities may request that reasonable accommodation be given related to the examination process itself. Applicants must notify the Office of Human Resources in writing of the type of accommodations being requested at the time of filing the application. Applicants may be required to provide documentation supporting the request for accommodation when the request is made.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript (Reflecting 48 units or more, including a math and an English class. Units need to be passed with a grade of C or higher.Unofficial are excepted, original/sealed transcripts will be requested if selected for position.)
Comments and Other Information
Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment.
The Culver City Unified School District, an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sex or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
Comments and Other Information
Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment.
The Culver City Unified School District, an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, sex or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
Application Deadline
1/28/2026 1:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/14/2026
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$21.91 - $26.70 Per Hour
$21.91 - $26.70 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Placement at first or second step based on experience and training. Advancement to next step upon successful completion of probationary period and annually thereafter, until maximum is reached.
Length of Work Year
School Year (10 months) 3.9 hrs/ day
Employment Type
Part Time
TEST DATE for Paraprofessional test
January 30, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., or 2:00 p.m. District Office:4034 Irving Place, Culver City