Paraprofessional I - Special Education (Multiple Vacancies) at South San Francisco Unified
About the Employer
Our Mission: In partnership with our community, South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) will provide exceptional instruction, engaging experiences, and equitable and accessible opportunities and resources to further support our diverse student body so that students are equipped to learn, thrive, navigate their future with purpose, and impact their community. The SSFUSD community includes 15 schools supporting 8,000 students in Daly City, San Bruno, and South San Francisco.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Principal or an assigned Supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students with mild to moderate special needs assigned to a designated special education classroom; tutor individual or small groups of students; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management of special education students; assist in the preparation of instructional materials; provide routine clerical support. Distinguishing Characteristics: The Paraprofessional I-Special Education is assigned to a designated special education classroom or learning environment such as Special Day Class (SDC), Resource Specialist Program (RSP), Inclusion, or other non-critical care instructional program. Incumbents provide instructional assistance and assist individual or small groups of students with mild to moderate special needs.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and some experience working with children in a learning or organized setting. Incumbents must meet requirements specified under every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). In addition, must meet on of the following: - Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 units); - Obtained an associate’s or higher degree (college level); OR - Met (pass) a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics. Examination and Interview Process: Candidates who successfully pass application screening will participate in the following competitive recruitment testing phases, as applicable based on minimum qualification status: - Written Examination: Candidates who do not meet the educational minimum qualifications will be required to complete a paraprofessional equivalency examination. This multiple choice examination is administered on a continuous basis, typically once per month. - Panel Interview (Required): All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, or who successfully pass the paraprofessional examination, will be required to participate in a panel interview. Panel interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, typically twice per month. Qualified candidates will be notified of specific testing and panel interview dates. Please note: Requests for alternate or rescheduled testing or interview dates will not be granted. Candidates are expected to be available for all scheduled components of the recruitment testing process.
Application Screening and Recruitment Process: A complete Nimble application is required for consideration. - Incomplete applications will not be considered. - Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application. Applicants must provide professional references. - References should be work-related; supervisory references are strongly preferred. This recruitment is conducted in accordance with a merit-based selection process, consistent with California public sector hiring practices. - Advancement is based on qualifications, examination results, and other job-related criteria. Applications will be screened to verify minimum qualifications. Candidates who meet the stated requirements, or who qualify to demonstrate equivalency through an examination, will be invited to move forward in the competitive recruitment selection process. All communication regarding application status and next steps will be sent via Nimble email. - Applicants are responsible for monitoring their email, including spam and junk folders, for all recruitment communications.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and some experience working with children in a learning or organized setting. Incumbents must meet requirements specified under every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). In addition, must meet on of the following: - Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 units); - Obtained an associate’s or higher degree (college level); OR - Met (pass) a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics. Examination and Interview Process: Candidates who successfully pass application screening will participate in the following competitive recruitment testing phases, as applicable based on minimum qualification status: - Written Examination: Candidates who do not meet the educational minimum qualifications will be required to complete a paraprofessional equivalency examination. This multiple choice examination is administered on a continuous basis, typically once per month. - Panel Interview (Required): All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, or who successfully pass the paraprofessional examination, will be required to participate in a panel interview. Panel interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, typically twice per month. Qualified candidates will be notified of specific testing and panel interview dates. Please note: Requests for alternate or rescheduled testing or interview dates will not be granted. Candidates are expected to be available for all scheduled components of the recruitment testing process.
Application Screening and Recruitment Process: A complete Nimble application is required for consideration. - Incomplete applications will not be considered. - Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application. Applicants must provide professional references. - References should be work-related; supervisory references are strongly preferred. This recruitment is conducted in accordance with a merit-based selection process, consistent with California public sector hiring practices. - Advancement is based on qualifications, examination results, and other job-related criteria. Applications will be screened to verify minimum qualifications. Candidates who meet the stated requirements, or who qualify to demonstrate equivalency through an examination, will be invited to move forward in the competitive recruitment selection process. All communication regarding application status and next steps will be sent via Nimble email. - Applicants are responsible for monitoring their email, including spam and junk folders, for all recruitment communications.
Comments and Other Information
All Special Education Paraprofessional positions are 6.0 hours per day, Monday-Friday.
Below are the school sites with vacancies, as of August 2026:
Junipero Serra Elementary School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Martin Elementary School
- Five (5) Vacancies
Ponderosa Elementary School
- Four (4) Vacancies
Skyline Elementary School
- Three (3) Vacancies
Spruce Elementary School
- Five (5) Vacancies
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School
- Seven (7) Vacancies
Alta Loma Middle School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Parkway Heights Middle School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Westborough Middle School
- One (1) Vacancy
Baden High School
- Two (2) Vacancies
El Camino High School
- One (1) Vacancy
South San Francisco High School
- Three (3) Vacancies
Work schedules vary by site, and are to be announced.
Comments and Other Information
All Special Education Paraprofessional positions are 6.0 hours per day, Monday-Friday.
Below are the school sites with vacancies, as of August 2026:
Junipero Serra Elementary School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Martin Elementary School
- Five (5) Vacancies
Ponderosa Elementary School
- Four (4) Vacancies
Skyline Elementary School
- Three (3) Vacancies
Spruce Elementary School
- Five (5) Vacancies
Sunshine Gardens Elementary School
- Seven (7) Vacancies
Alta Loma Middle School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Parkway Heights Middle School
- Two (2) Vacancies
Westborough Middle School
- One (1) Vacancy
Baden High School
- Two (2) Vacancies
El Camino High School
- One (1) Vacancy
South San Francisco High School
- Three (3) Vacancies
Work schedules vary by site, and are to be announced.