2026/27 Instructional Aide - General Ed and Special Ed at Paradise Unified
Job Summary
Job Summary
PUSD is looking to establish a substitute paraprofessional list for both general ed and special education classrooms. BIG HEART. BIG IMPACT. BRIGHTER FUTURES! Paradise Unified School District is Hiring Substitute Instructional Aides & Special Education Aides! Looking for a flexible job where you can make a real difference in a child's life? We have an opportunity for you! Paradise Unified School District is looking for compassionate, enthusiastic, and dependable individuals to join our team as Substitute Instructional Aides and Special Education Aides! Some of the most important people in a student's school day aren't standing at the front of the classroom. They're sitting beside a child who needs extra encouragement, celebrating a breakthrough, offering a helping hand, or reminding a student that they CAN do something they thought was impossible. That person could be YOU! WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Substitute Instructional Aide or Special Education Aide, you'll work alongside teachers and school staff to help students learn, grow, and succeed. Depending on your assignment, you may: Support students individually or in small groups with classroom activities and learning. Assist students with disabilities and diverse learning needs. Provide encouragement, positive reinforcement, and guidance throughout the school day. Help students develop independence, confidence, and important life skills. Support classroom routines, student supervision, and a positive learning environment. Assist with mobility, personal care, communication, or behavioral needs, depending on the assignment. Celebrate those little victories that make a BIG difference! WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR You don't have to have years of classroom experience to make a difference. We're looking for people who bring the right heart, attitude, and willingness to learn! Our ideal substitute aides are: Compassionate: You genuinely care about children and their success.
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At Paradise Unified, every role matters, and as a Substitute Instructional Aide, you’ll have the chance to be right in the heart of the classroom experience. Sometimes it can be challenging to get the experience needed to land that first education job, and this is the perfect way to get your foot in the door while making a real difference for students.
When you step into our classrooms, you become a partner in learning. You’ll work alongside teachers to support instruction, guide small groups, encourage students, and help create an environment where every child feels valued, seen, and supported. No two days are the same—you might be lending a hand with reading practice in the morning, helping with classroom activities in the afternoon, or simply offering a smile that helps a student feel like they belong.
Being a Substitute Instructional Aide in Paradise means more than just helping out for the day. It’s about being part of a community that believes in inspiring students and lifting one another up. Many of our permanent staff first started as substitutes, and this role is a wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and explore your passion for education.
In Paradise, we believe school should feel like more than just a place to work—it should feel like a place where you belong. Come join us and help spark curiosity, confidence, and connection in the classroom.
How to Join Our Team
Step 1: Submit your application.
Step 2: Qualified applicants will be invited to a phone interview.
Step 3: Successful interviewees will complete the onboarding packet and background check.
Once the background check is cleared, you’ll be added to our Active Substitute Instructional Aide list, where you can accept or decline assignments that fit your schedule.
Requirements / Qualifications
READ CAREFULLY! All applications must be complete and include the following: Completed EdJoin application (all sections) Resume Letter of Introduction 3 Letters of Recommendation Please include a current CPR/First Aide Certificate if you have one
All job candidates must pass a comprehensive background check including FBI/DOJ fingerprinting and reference verification and provide a negative TB test prior to placement. Additionally, all subs must complete the State of CA Mandated Reporter Training. This is a free online course and you will be issued a certificate upon completion. https://mandatedreportertraining.com/california/ General training (2 hrs).
Requirements / Qualifications
READ CAREFULLY! All applications must be complete and include the following: Completed EdJoin application (all sections) Resume Letter of Introduction 3 Letters of Recommendation Please include a current CPR/First Aide Certificate if you have one
All job candidates must pass a comprehensive background check including FBI/DOJ fingerprinting and reference verification and provide a negative TB test prior to placement. Additionally, all subs must complete the State of CA Mandated Reporter Training. This is a free online course and you will be issued a certificate upon completion. https://mandatedreportertraining.com/california/ General training (2 hrs).
Application Deadline
12/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/17/2026
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Number of Openings
12
Salary
Single Rate
$18.89 Per Hour
$18.89 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
School Day Only
Employment Type
Part Time