Instructional Assistant - Special Education #2526-0506 & 0507 (O'Hara Park, Oakley) at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) is a unique public education agency. One of 58 counties in California, Contra Costa County serves the 11th largest public-school student population in the state, supporting approximately 169,394 students. Officially established in 1932, CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of the county’s most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts throughout Contra Costa County, services that can be handled more effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county’s 286 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support to technology infrastructure and communications support. In addition, CCCOE provides high-level professional development opportunities for educators throughout the county. The Contra Costa County Office of Education is an essential part of the county’s public education system. For more information about CCCOE programs and services, visit www.cocoschools.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision, assists a certificated teacher with providing instruction to individual and/or small groups of students with learning, emotional, physical, cognitive, and/or behavioral disabilities in various subject-matter areas; provides physical care to students with severe physical disabilities; assists in implementing student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); observes, monitors, and records student performance and behavior; performs administrative functions in support of classroom activities; and performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements: • A high school diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years of college level coursework in child development or related field. • One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience working with children with special education needs in an organized setting. • Valid California Driver's License. • A written proficiency test is required for applicants who do not meet one of the following requirements: o Verification of 48 semester units post high school, OR o Possession of an A.A. degree or higher • Employment is contingent upon satisfactory Physical Strength Testing results. • Bilingual skills may be required. • Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency may be required for certain departments. • Successfully complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training by the end of probationary period and renew annually. Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. 1. Current Resume 2. A current letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position. 3. Letter of recommendation preferred, but not required
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
- Letter of Introduction (A current letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position.)
- Resume (Current Resume)
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements: • A high school diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years of college level coursework in child development or related field. • One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience working with children with special education needs in an organized setting. • Valid California Driver's License. • A written proficiency test is required for applicants who do not meet one of the following requirements: o Verification of 48 semester units post high school, OR o Possession of an A.A. degree or higher • Employment is contingent upon satisfactory Physical Strength Testing results. • Bilingual skills may be required. • Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency may be required for certain departments. • Successfully complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training by the end of probationary period and renew annually. Applications will only be considered complete when the EDJOIN application is complete (including all supplemental questions) and the attachments listed below are included. 1. Current Resume 2. A current letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position. 3. Letter of recommendation preferred, but not required
The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387.
- Letter of Introduction (A current letter of introduction explaining your interest in this position.)
- Resume (Current Resume)
Application Deadline
7/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/6/2026
Contact
Bianca Pineda
925 942-3326
925 942-3326
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$25.98 - $31.59 Per Hour
$25.98 - $31.59 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Comprehensive benefits included.
Length of Work Year
6.5 hours/day, 5 days/week, 180 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Location:
O'Hara Park Middle School, Oakley
Transfer Deadline
5:00 PM, Monday, July 13, 2026. Please submit a Transfer Request Form to Human Resources with your EDOIN application.
Hours
8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.