This is a SUBSTITUTE position. Selected candidates will be used district-wide. Work hours will vary and are based on district needs.

This position will cover in the following classifications:

• Instructional Aide (Classroom)
• Instructional Aide (Severely Handicapped)
• Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
• Intensive Behavior Intervention Assistant

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
All sections of the application must be completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

(A) Updated Resume

**We recommend working on a desktop to complete and submit your application, as you may encounter issues working on a mobile device.**

Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

SPECIAL NOTE:
Being hired as a substitute does not qualify you for a permanent position.

SUBSTITUTE INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to assist a certificated teacher in the supervision and instruction of general education or special education students in a variety of educational settings; to implement behavior intervention programs for special education students; assist the teacher in providing academic, therapeutic, medical, and social instruction and assistance to individuals or small groups of general education or special education students; relieve the teacher of routine clerical duties; perform related duties as assigned. Full responsibility for appropriate instruction, training, curriculum materials, and evaluation procedures remains with the classroom teacher.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Follow teacher’s lesson plans and assist in the preparation of plans or develop own plans based on teacher’s direction and explanation of student’s physical and/or educational needs;

2. Assist teachers by providing instructional assistance to individuals and small groups in reviewing and reinforcing previously introduced skills;

3. Under direct and/or indirect supervision, provide individual and group instruction and/or intensive behavior intervention in the school or home setting;

4. Perform specialized instructional assistance in areas of related service including, but not limited to: adaptive physical education, speech and language, and/or occupational therapy;

5. Assist  in  identifying  students needing  remedial  instruction  in  movement  skills  and  providing  activities  for improvement of skills in body image, spatial awareness balance, locomotion, strength and agility;

6. Assist students with personal hygiene and in developing self-help grooming skills as appropriate, including, but not limited to eating, washing, oral care, and toileting;

7. Assist in toileting and changing diapers as needed;

8. Assist students with medication according to established guidelines and procedures;

9. Assist teacher in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students;

10. Collect data and record anecdotal student progress notes, maintain and organize program notebooks, and implement behavior modifications;

11. Assist teacher with carrying out and assessing individual educational programs (IEPs) for students;

12. Assist teacher in preparing a variety of learning materials;

13. Assist teacher in maintaining discipline and monitor classroom, playground, or other areas;

14. Set up work areas and prepare materials for instructional use;

15. Perform routine clerical tasks related to classroom record keeping and instructional material preparation;

16. Operate or learn to operate a variety of audiovisual equipment, office equipment, electronic teaching machines, assistive technology, and computer terminals;

17. Assist in administering, proctoring, and scoring tests and charting student progress;

18. File and record test scores, grades, and other data in student files;

19. Supervise students at lunch, on the playground, and on field trips;

20. Respect the confidential nature of pupil records and school reports;

21. Perform other related work as may be required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

1. Basic techniques and methods of effective instruction with students;

2. Special characteristics of students with special needs;

3. Basic child development principles and practices;

4. Principles and techniques of discipline and behavior modification;

5. General purpose and goals of public education; both general education and special education;

6. Specific subject and content as required by job assignment;

7. Typing, filing, and other general clerical skills;

8. Well-developed oral and written communication skills including correct English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and math;

9. Interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy;

10. Record-keeping and report preparation techniques;

11. Personal hygiene practices;

12. Health and safety regulations.

Ability to:

1. Direct and instruct students;

2. Follow safety procedures and understand and carry out written & verbal instructions;

3. Work effectively with staff, students, and the public;

4. Provide patient, sensitive, gentle, and tactful assistance to students and parents;

5. Observe and manage the behavior of students according to approved procedures;

6. Monitor and evaluate student progress;

7. Work independently with minimal direction;

8. Organize tasks and set priorities;

9. Maintain work pace;

10. Perform repetitive & varied tasks;

11. Prepare and maintain detailed case records and reports and perform routine clerical duties;

12. Prepare lessons and instructional materials for students;

13. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

14. Operate a variety of office and instructional equipment including a computer and assigned software;

15. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information;

16. Demonstrate problem-solving skills and determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines;

17. Understand and work within the scope of authority;

18. Observe health and safety regulations;

19. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;

20. Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting;

21. Manage multiple tasks;

22. Project a mature, constructive, stable, and positive attitude in the learning environment;

23. Learn pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without close and immediate supervision;

24. Understand the basic concepts of child growth and development and possess a genuine liking of students. ___________________________________________________________

    For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs, please contact: 

    Juan Santos, Director, Title IX, Compliance & Resolution

    jsantos@hemetusd.org

    1791 W. Acacia Avenue

    Hemet, CA 92545

    (951) 765-5100 ext. 2255

     

    For questions concerning Section 504, please contact: 

    Joshua Workman, Director, Student Support Services

    jworkman@hemetusd.org

    1791 W. Acacia Avenue

    Hemet, CA 92545

    (951) 765-5100 ext. 3500

     

    For questions concerning educational equity, please contact: 

    Michael Schanze, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance and Educational Equity

    mschanze@hemetusd.org

    1791 W. Acacia Avenue

    Hemet, CA 92545

    (951) 765-5100 ext. 3700

     

    HUSDs nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located under the District's Board Policy listings at this link.  

    To report information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or make a complaint of discrimination under Title IX, please refer to the HUSD website at this link.

    California Law Prohibits Workplace Discrimination & Harassment