Instructional Assistant - Special Education - Moderate/Severe - 6 hours - Edgewood School

West Covina Unified • West Covina, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, the Instructional Assistant assists certificated teachers or specialists with services supporting the special education instructional program in classrooms and other school locations. The role primarily involves working, usually independently, with pupils in small groups or providing one-to-one tutoring in a classroom or pull-out program. The posted schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., subject to change, for a position described as 6 hours at Edgewood School.

Applicants must submit a Classified Edjoin application, high school diploma or college transcripts, resume, and at least three signed letters of reference dated within the past year, including one from an immediate supervisor. Electronic signatures are not accepted. Applicants must pass the District Instructional Assistant Proficiency examination, which assesses basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills. The posting specifies an examination on October 29, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., at 1717 W. Merced Ave., West Covina, and states that late arrivals will not be admitted.

Upon recommendation for employment and before formal Board of Education approval, candidates must complete required pre-employment steps, including a Mantoux tuberculin test within 60 days of hire, drug screening at a District-approved facility, fingerprint clearance, and specified safety, compliance, and training certifications. A valid CPR and First Aid card is required within six months after employment.

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; a copy of a high school diploma or college transcripts is required.
• At least one year of experience working with students with disabilities in an organized setting.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic reading, writing, and mathematics by passing the District Instructional Assistant Proficiency examination.
• Submit a Classified Edjoin application, resume, and at least three signed letters of reference less than one year old, including one from an immediate supervisor. Electronic signatures are not accepted.
• Complete the required pre-employment steps, including a Mantoux tuberculin test within 60 days of hire, drug screening, fingerprint clearance, and specified certifications and training.
• Obtain a valid CPR and First Aid card within six months after employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teachers or specialists with services associated with the special education instructional program.
• Work with pupils in classrooms and other locations in the school.
• Work, usually independently, with pupils in small groups.
• Tutor pupils one-to-one in a classroom or pull-out program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED