Comprehensive Instructional Aide; K-8

Job Title

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans as required; perform related clerical duties. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview prior to the Final date to receive applications.

1. High School Diploma or equivalent Verification of one (1) of the following:
2. Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (college level), OR 3. Associate's degree (or higher), OR Passage of an assessment demonstrating knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics (Paraprofessional Test)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:
Applicants are responsible for submitting all required materials as part of the application process, including certificates, licenses, diplomas, transcripts, and any additional documentation specified in the job posting. Copies may be submitted initially; however, the District reserves the right to require original documentation for verification prior to employment. High School Diploma/GED, College transcripts, degree verification, or paraprofessional exam results, Resume, Complete Application, Applicable certifications.

• Certification (Copy of Official Transcripts/Degree/Paraprofessional)
• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or GED equivalent)
• Resume

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Final employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements and Governing Board approval. These requirements may include fingerprint clearance through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and, when applicable, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), verification of eligibility to work in the United States, and possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurance when required by the position.

Employees must also provide verification of completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training or obtain verification within six (6) weeks of hire and complete the training annually thereafter, in accordance with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. Additional requirements may be imposed as required by law, Board policy, administrative regulation, or applicable collective bargaining agreements. RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Vineland School District reserves the right to extend or reopen recruitment time lines, repost or cancel positions, and establish applicant pools for current and future vacancies within the same classification.

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications, including successful completion of required testing, may remain active in the applicant pool during the recruitment period. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted, and applicants will not receive individual notifications regarding their application status. To ensure a fair, transparent, and equitable hiring process, candidates shall adhere to all established procedures.

Any candidate who contacts, directly or indirectly, any member of the Board of Education or District administration with the intent to influence the selection process may be disqualified from consideration without recourse. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY The Vineland School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

PROBATIONARY STATUS (BP 4216 – Probationary/Permanent Status; Education Code §§45113, 45301) All newly hired classified employees, as well as permanent employees who are assigned to a new classification, shall serve a probationary period during which the District evaluates the employee's performance, suitability, and overall fitness for continued employment. A probationary employee who has been employed by the District for six (6) months or 130 days of paid service, whichever is longer, shall be classified as a permanent employee in accordance with law.

During the probationary period, employees shall receive performance evaluations from their supervisor assessing their work performance, ability, and compatibility with the position. The District may release a probationary employee at any time during the probationary period without cause. A permanent employee who is promoted to a new classification shall serve a probationary period in the new position, and if the employee does not successfully complete the probationary period, they shall be returned to their previous classification.