Instructional Aide - Special Education, Otay Ranch Academy for the Arts, Chula Vista at Springs Charter Schools - San Diego County
About the Employer
The mission of each Springs Charter School is to empower students by fostering their innate curiosity, engaging their parents, and promoting optimum learning by collaboratively developing a personalized learning program for each student. If your professional goals align with our mission and vision, please come work with us!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Looking to dive into a rewarding role in Special Education? We invite you to join our 1400+ employees who love where they work! At Springs Charter Schools, we're not just any workplace; we're proud recipients of the prestigious Top Work Places award in the Inland Valley, and we've clinched it for 9 amazing years running! If you're ready to soar with the largest charter school in the nation, hit that apply button now and become a crucial member of our dynamic team!
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: * High School Diploma or the equivalent; and * 2 years of college (48 units + ), or Associate's degree (A. A.) or higher; or 2-3 years experience in a school setting working with children. * Pass a local assessment of reading and math skills. Tutoring experience a plus, and knowledge of SPED policies and processes and experience with special needs students in preferred.
* A completed EDJOIN application is required; resumes do not replace the application. Upload all required documents exactly as stated (e.g., Letter of Recommendation) to be considered for this position. * Applicants should upload transcripts with their application if education is required by the position or claimed on the application. Transcripts will be needed before hire and are also used to determine salary placement.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters required)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and/or Experience: * High School Diploma or the equivalent; and * 2 years of college (48 units + ), or Associate's degree (A. A.) or higher; or 2-3 years experience in a school setting working with children. * Pass a local assessment of reading and math skills. Tutoring experience a plus, and knowledge of SPED policies and processes and experience with special needs students in preferred.
* A completed EDJOIN application is required; resumes do not replace the application. Upload all required documents exactly as stated (e.g., Letter of Recommendation) to be considered for this position. * Applicants should upload transcripts with their application if education is required by the position or claimed on the application. Transcripts will be needed before hire and are also used to determine salary placement.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters required)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Instructional Aide - Special Education assists a special education teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials; tutor students in assigned subject areas. If you have experience working with small groups of students either assisting a teacher or as a tutor and have an understanding of students with special needs this position is for you. Review the job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
Notes:
* A virtual assessment will be administered as part of the hiring process.
* Upon will need to provide supporting Education documentation (College units, AA or higher Degree, certificate copy) if required by position or claimed on application.
* Springs Charter Schools follows all applicable state and local health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
* Springs Charter Schools
Comments and Other Information
The Instructional Aide - Special Education assists a special education teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials; tutor students in assigned subject areas. If you have experience working with small groups of students either assisting a teacher or as a tutor and have an understanding of students with special needs this position is for you. Review the job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
Notes:
* A virtual assessment will be administered as part of the hiring process.
* Upon will need to provide supporting Education documentation (College units, AA or higher Degree, certificate copy) if required by position or claimed on application.
* Springs Charter Schools follows all applicable state and local health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
* Springs Charter Schools
Application Deadline
7/27/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/17/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$21.22 - $22.51 Per Hour
$21.22 - $22.51 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Based on education and job aligned experience
Length of Work Year
10 months/year; 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8am–4:0pm)
Employment Type
Part Time
Benefits
Position qualifies for health and wellness benefits, training and professional development, and CalPERS retirement
Location
2371 Fenton St, Chula VIsta CA 91914
Grades
TK-8