Student Assistance Program (SAP) Prevention Assistant at Riverside Unified School District (RUSD)
About the Employer
With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside. The District serves a large portion of Riverside as well as the unincorporated areas of Highgrove and Woodcrest. RUSD is led by its 13th Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas and is governed by a Board of Education comprised of publicly elected officials who serve five different trustee areas.
Job Summary
Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned SAP School Psychologist, assist school site administration and staff in the supervision and instruction of students identified as having social-emotional and behavioral challenges in the educational setting.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and three years experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting, possession of an Associates Degree or 48 semester units, or satisfactory completion of a proficiency examination. LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires use of personal automobile, and the possession of a valid California Class Driver’s License and proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage. Valid First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate required. Must pass equivalent academic assessment test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics or reading, writing and mathematics readiness. TRAINING: Forty (40) hours of training must be successfully completed within the first six (6) months of employment. Become Pro-Act certified, through the District, within three (3) months of employment. Maintain certification.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION MUST MEET THE CRITERIA LISTED ABOVE AND MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED: • Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for). • Resume • Two (2) current professional letters of recommendation dated within the last two years. • An application filled out completely which includes the “Record of Work Experience/Employment History” and no blank spaces. • Valid First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate required (no online certifications). • Proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage. High School Diploma/College Transcripts will be required upon hire. Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk in, or emails. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and three years experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting, possession of an Associates Degree or 48 semester units, or satisfactory completion of a proficiency examination. LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires use of personal automobile, and the possession of a valid California Class Driver’s License and proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage. Valid First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate required. Must pass equivalent academic assessment test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics or reading, writing and mathematics readiness. TRAINING: Forty (40) hours of training must be successfully completed within the first six (6) months of employment. Become Pro-Act certified, through the District, within three (3) months of employment. Maintain certification.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION MUST MEET THE CRITERIA LISTED ABOVE AND MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED: • Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for). • Resume • Two (2) current professional letters of recommendation dated within the last two years. • An application filled out completely which includes the “Record of Work Experience/Employment History” and no blank spaces. • Valid First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certificate required (no online certifications). • Proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage. High School Diploma/College Transcripts will be required upon hire. Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk in, or emails. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or Frank DeAnda , Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, fdeanda@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or Frank DeAnda , Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, fdeanda@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Application Deadline
8/25/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/11/2026
Contact
Sara Aranda
(951)788-7135 Ext: 80128
(951)788-7135 Ext: 80128
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$25.44 - $30.92 Per Hour
$25.44 - $30.92 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Range 19
Length of Work Year
208 day work year/6 hours per day, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
Wellness & Engagement
Additionally
An eligibility list may be established from this recruitment to fill future vacancies.
RUSD Employees Interested in a Transfer
If you are interested in a transfer you MUST submit your application via this recruitment and submit the Transfer Request Form
Testing/Interview Information
Applicants requiring testing will be notified via Edjoin. Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via telephone or Edjoin.