SPED Paraprofessional I -JCS-Manzanita at Julian Charter School - San Diego County
About the Employer
The JCS Family is made up of WASC-accredited, FREE public charter schools, home study programs, and alternative learning options located throughout Southern California and Southern Riverside County. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower learners with educational choice in a supportive, resource-rich environment. At JCS, we are dedicated to excellence and committed to nurturing passionate, lifelong learners. With six unique programs and flexible home study options, we offer families the opportunity to find the perfect fit for their child’s learning style and goals. Whether through small group instruction, personalized pathways, or virtual learning, our students thrive in environments where curiosity, independence, and collaboration are valued. At JCS, it’s not just about education—it’s about building a community where students, families, and educators work together to create meaningful learning experiences. Come grow with us.
Job Summary
Job Summary
JCS Manzanita is currently looking to fill one Part-Time position as a SPED Paraprofessional I. Experience in working with students with special needs is preferred. This position is located in La Mesa, CA. Approximately 28 hours per week Mon - Thurs. Performs any combination of the following instruction and support tasks in various school settings (classroom, playground, lunchroom) to assist administrative and teaching staff in supporting students with exceptional needs.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please ensure you are uploading the required documents in order for your application to be accepted/reviewed.
Please ensure you are uploading the required documents in order for your application to be accepted/reviewed.
- Copy of Transcript (Copies of unofficial college transcripts, showing at least 48 credits) OR Paraprofessional Testing (If you have a Paraprofessional Certificate, please upload a copy.)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Current CPR certification required.) OR Other (If you do not have a current CPR certification, please post a document stating that you will obtain CPR certification upon hire.)
- Resume
- Other (If no Test Result is available, please upload a document stating that you will obtain a Test Result upon offer of employment.) OR TB Screening Result (Negative test results, dated within 6 months of the application required.)
Requirements / Qualifications
Please ensure you are uploading the required documents in order for your application to be accepted/reviewed.
Please ensure you are uploading the required documents in order for your application to be accepted/reviewed.
- Copy of Transcript (Copies of unofficial college transcripts, showing at least 48 credits) OR Paraprofessional Testing (If you have a Paraprofessional Certificate, please upload a copy.)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Current CPR certification required.) OR Other (If you do not have a current CPR certification, please post a document stating that you will obtain CPR certification upon hire.)
- Resume
- Other (If no Test Result is available, please upload a document stating that you will obtain a Test Result upon offer of employment.) OR TB Screening Result (Negative test results, dated within 6 months of the application required.)
Comments and Other Information
JCS Manzanita is a community of compassionate, innovative, life-long learners who continually strive for excellence. Our aim is to promote an academically rigorous curriculum that values the different interests, learning styles, and abilities of each student. We serve students in grades TK through 12th, and offers three unique programs giving parents choice in the amount of time their students spend in the classroom and at home.
For more information about JCS-Manzanita, please visit our website:https://manzanita.jcs-inc.org/
To learn more about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/choosing-a-jcs-program/
Comments and Other Information
JCS Manzanita is a community of compassionate, innovative, life-long learners who continually strive for excellence. Our aim is to promote an academically rigorous curriculum that values the different interests, learning styles, and abilities of each student. We serve students in grades TK through 12th, and offers three unique programs giving parents choice in the amount of time their students spend in the classroom and at home.
For more information about JCS-Manzanita, please visit our website:https://manzanita.jcs-inc.org/
To learn more about JCS programs, please visit our website: https://www.jcs-inc.org/choosing-a-jcs-program/
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/12/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$18.46 - $27.84 Per Hour
$18.46 - $27.84 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
As per Salary Schedule H/Pay Grade 4
Length of Work Year
10-month (August - May)
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
JCS-Manzanita/La Mesa, CA
Employment At Will
All employment at Julian Charter School is on an "At Will" basis. All offers of employment are given in writing.