Instructional Assistant Mild/Moderate - Various sites and hours, 3.7 - 6 hours a day at Saddleback Valley Unified
About the Employer
The Saddleback Valley Unified School District (SVUSD) is a public school district located in South Orange County, California. The district serves approximately 23,000 students in grades preschool through adult education across 33 school sites. Learn more about SVUSD at www.svusd.org/about/svusd.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision, this entry-level technical instructional assistant (IA) position provides instructional support and services to students with mild to moderate disabilities. The IA typically works in a classroom setting, supporting students in general education who are on a 504 or Individualized Education Program (IEP). The role may involve assisting with academic and behavioral support in various subjects and activities, including but not limited to math, English Language Arts (ELA), playground supervision, physical education (P.E.), and music.
Requirements / Qualifications
MUST ATTACH (Upload) TO APPLICATION PROOF OF: - Passing the CBEST, or - Having completed two years of college (48 units), or - An AA degree or higher, or - Must have passed the District proficiency exam in mathematics, reading, and writing prior to the job posting closing date. Testing information is available at the following link: https://www.svusd.org/departments/human-resources/instructional-assistants
***If you are using education to meet the requirements for this position, your Transcripts or Degree MUST be attached to your application on EdJoin.
- Other (Proof Of Education/ Test Results)
Requirements / Qualifications
MUST ATTACH (Upload) TO APPLICATION PROOF OF: - Passing the CBEST, or - Having completed two years of college (48 units), or - An AA degree or higher, or - Must have passed the District proficiency exam in mathematics, reading, and writing prior to the job posting closing date. Testing information is available at the following link: https://www.svusd.org/departments/human-resources/instructional-assistants
***If you are using education to meet the requirements for this position, your Transcripts or Degree MUST be attached to your application on EdJoin.
- Other (Proof Of Education/ Test Results)
Comments and Other Information
THE PERSON SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO ASSIGNMENT TO ANY DISTRICT FACILITY DURING ANY HOURS OF OPERATION. Applications must be submitted online via EdJoin as paper applications will NOT be accepted. Please note that times are subject to change.
Comments and Other Information
THE PERSON SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO ASSIGNMENT TO ANY DISTRICT FACILITY DURING ANY HOURS OF OPERATION. Applications must be submitted online via EdJoin as paper applications will NOT be accepted. Please note that times are subject to change.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
6/22/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
7
Salary
Pay Range
$20.07 - $25.59 Per Hour
$20.07 - $25.59 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Range 26. External candidates start at Steps A-C based on verified previous experience. Current, regular employee placed at the lowest step of new range which provides a raise of approx. 5%, within constraints of the salary schedule.
Length of Work Year
5 days per week, 9.5 months per year
Employment Type
Part Time