Substitute Instructional Assistant - Preschool

FCUSD • Rancho Cordova, CA

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About The Position

The Substitute Instructional Assistant assists the preschool teacher in improving the quality of preschool programs. Duties may include clerical work, child supervision, transportation, food service, and instructional tasks that may be performed by a non-credentialed employee. Work may be performed without the teacher present, but the teacher retains responsibility for instruction and supervision. The assistant must not disclose a pupil’s personal information to anyone other than the teacher or an appropriate administrator.

These positions are authorized only in connection with established preschool classes or programs, are less than eight hours, and are usually part-time on school days only. The role is distinguished from other Instructional Assistant classes by its area of specialization.

Requirements

• Complete six units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.
• Complete the twelfth grade.
• Successfully complete the District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test.
• Be willing to complete required training courses or in-service training after being hired.
• Upon a conditional offer, complete a DOJ and FBI criminal background check.
• Upon a conditional offer, provide a TB test completed within the last 60 days.
• Complete district-mandated training, including Mandated Reporter and Sexual Harassment training.
• Obtain and maintain an in-person First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Meet immunization requirements under SB 792 for influenza, pertussis, and measles.
• Submit state-mandated preschool forms, including a health screening completed by a physician.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a participating parent in a State Preschool Class.
• Experience as a leader in children's activities.
• Paid school experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with tasks intended to improve the quality of preschool programs.
• Perform clerical duties.
• Supervise children.
• Assist with transportation and food service.
• Perform instructional tasks that may be handled by a non-credentialed employee.
• Protect pupils’ personal information and disclose it only to the teacher or an appropriate administrator.

What This Job Offers

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