Special Education- Instructional Assistant

Winters Joint Unified•Winters, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. In the Winters Joint Unified School District, we are committed to equity through empowering each learner with access to the tools they need to have academic, emotional, and social success. In partnership with families and our community, Winters JUSD provides equitable, inclusive, and personalized learning experiences where students gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in, and contribute to, an evolving and complex world. The Winters Joint Unified School District serves approximately 1600 students within the city of Winters and from the surrounding unincorporated areas of Yolo and Solano counties. The District schools include: Waggoner Elementary School (TK - 2), Shirley Rominger Intermediate School (3-5), Winters Middle School (6 - 8), Winters High School (9 - 12), Wolfskill Career Readiness Academy (grades 9 - 12), and the Winters State Preschool Center and Head Start Program. The District employs approximately 250 employees and is the 2nd largest employer in Winters. Students have access to excellent core academic programs which are enhanced by strong co-curricular and extra-curricular activities including visual/performing arts, athletics and student leadership opportunities. Our Career Technical Education pathways in agriculture, engineering, and culinary allow students to gain meaningful knowledge and experience during their High School career. Located between San Francisco and Sacramento, the City of Winters is a welcoming community that celebrates its connection to agriculture, surrounded by vineyards, tomato fields, and walnut and almond orchards. The small town friendly atmosphere fosters strong partnerships and collaboration between the City, local business, community members, and our schools. This is a 32.5 hours per week position. The current vacancy is at Waggoner Elementary School, but the work location is subject to change. The position is eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as CalPERS retirement. The District provides a contribution toward medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade
Minimum of an Associates Degree or Pass District Proficiency Test
Experience working with young people
Cover letter
Resumé
TB Test Clearance
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom and/or community environment.
Assist teachers with implementing lesson plans and students with completing assignments.