Paraeducator, Deaf or Hard of Hearing at Simi Valley Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
Assists students in specialized educational programs who have a variety of physical handicaps, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral problems on a one-to-one or group basis reinforcing lesson plans; independently adjusts methods/approach/pace of instructional material; maintains student discipline in group activities; performs classroom support activities; maintains a variety of records; and performs other related duties as required. Positions in this class require incumbents to work with deaf or hard of hearing students by communicating using American Sign Language (ASL), Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), Assistive Technology Devices, or other Auditory Verbal programs that use spoken language through listening, language and speech development.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework or an Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Six months of sign language interpreting experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment is required. Experience working with special education students is desirable. Successful completion of the district's competency exam demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics (or readiness in those subject areas). *Completion of 48 semester units at an institution of higher education, or an associate's (or higher) degree highly desirable. Incumbents hired into this classification, and who have completed (and provided proof) of this level of education will be assigned as a Paraeducator, Deaf or Hard of Hearing at salary range 70. Valid California Driver's License required.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires graduation from high school or equivalent. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework or an Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Six months of sign language interpreting experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment is required. Experience working with special education students is desirable. Successful completion of the district's competency exam demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and mathematics (or readiness in those subject areas). *Completion of 48 semester units at an institution of higher education, or an associate's (or higher) degree highly desirable. Incumbents hired into this classification, and who have completed (and provided proof) of this level of education will be assigned as a Paraeducator, Deaf or Hard of Hearing at salary range 70. Valid California Driver's License required.
Comments and Other Information
PURPOSE: To establish an eligibility list for part-time vacancies and substitute assignments during the 10-month school year. The eligibility list will remain active for six months. The current vacancy is a part-time, 10-month position (6 hours/day).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are submitted no later than 11:59 pm. on October 22, 2026
TESTING PROCESS:
A) Multiple Choice Test = 40% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of October 26, 2026
B) Structured Interview = 60% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of November 2, 2026
Comments and Other Information
PURPOSE: To establish an eligibility list for part-time vacancies and substitute assignments during the 10-month school year. The eligibility list will remain active for six months. The current vacancy is a part-time, 10-month position (6 hours/day).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications are submitted no later than 11:59 pm. on October 22, 2026
TESTING PROCESS:
A) Multiple Choice Test = 40% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of October 26, 2026
B) Structured Interview = 60% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of November 2, 2026
Application Deadline
10/22/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/1/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$20.17 - $24.51 Per Hour
$20.17 - $24.51 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$20.17 - $24.51 Hourly
Length of Work Year
10M
Employment Type
Part Time