Instructional Assistant I, Special Education (Posting #3778-BHS

Instructional Support Staff

Under general supervision, assist teachers or other certificated staff in the instructional support and supervision of individual students and/or small groups of students in a variety of subject areas; monitor student behavior and performance; and perform classroom related clerical duties as assigned. The emphasis of the position is on providing direct assistance to students, not on clerical support.

Requirements / Qualifications

Cover Letter Resume Valid CPR and First Aid Certification Qualifications - Education/Training

Experience:

- Equivalent to high school diploma. Completion of two years of higher education study OR possession of an Associate's or higher level degree, OR pass assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.

- One (1) year of experience tutoring students or working as a teachers' aid in a classroom.

- Successful experience demonstrating tact, courtesy, positive attitude and maintaining cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

- Child development education course is preferred.

Comments and Other Information

SMUHSD EQUITY VISION Vision:
All students will learn in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that validates, respects and honors their unique backgrounds, interests and identities. Mission:
We will continually identify, disrupt and eliminate institutional biases and barriers to ensure that all students have the skills and knowledge to thrive physically, emotionally, and academically.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT San Mateo Union High School District is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

SMUHSD makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.