An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
Extensive Needs; Moderate/Severe Teacher (26-27 School Year) at Paramount Unified School District Share on X Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 7/20/2026 Contact Rita Aguilar Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $74,391 - $140,298 Annually Add'l Salary Info
INITIAL CERTIFICATED EMPLOYMENT WITH PUSD WILL BE ON A TEMPORARY CONTRACT
Length of Work Year 184 days Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Welcome to Paramount Unified School District. Paramount strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment for our employees so that they may focus on our main goal to serve the needs and interests of our students. The District is comprised of 19 schools: eleven elementary schools, four middle schools. Paramount High School, as well as Odyssey High School STEM Academy, Buena Vista Alternative Learning, and Paramount Adult School. Paramount Unified also has a robust Early Childhood Education program for our youngest learners. District enrollment is approximately 11,500 students, of which 95% are unduplicated. Job Summary Job Summary Please read the entire posting before applying.
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess a valid California Education Specialist Moderate/Severe credential. Appropriate certification to teach English Learners.
VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Before submitting your application, please review every page, make sure that you have completed the AB2534 Employment History section (if applicable). Review and update the Record of Work Experience section, starting with your most current position. •
Important Dates:
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Tentative Interview Date:
July 8, 2026 All documents MUST be submitted through this website. Please do not forward paperwork directly to Personnel Services staff unless you are told to do so. Thank you. Copy of Transcript Credential Copy (Please upload the
CTC SUMMARY
from your Educator's Tab.) Letter of Introduction (Addressed to Personnel Services) Letter(s) of Recommendation ( THREE (3), SIGNED & DATED
WITHIN THE LAST SIX MONTHS FROM YOUR MOST CURRENT SUPERVISORS.
) Resume (Make sure your resume is updated and detailed according to most current position.) Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe Requirements / Qualifications Must possess a valid California Education Specialist Moderate/Severe credential. Appropriate certification to teach English Learners.
VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Before submitting your application, please review every page, make sure that you have completed the AB2534 Employment History section (if applicable). Review and update the Record of Work Experience section, starting with your most current position. •
Important Dates:
•
Tentative Interview Date:
July 8, 2026 All documents MUST be submitted through this website. Please do not forward paperwork directly to Personnel Services staff unless you are told to do so. Thank you. Copy of Transcript Credential Copy (Please upload the
CTC SUMMARY
from your Educator's Tab.) Letter of Introduction (Addressed to Personnel Services) Letter(s) of Recommendation ( THREE (3), SIGNED & DATED
WITHIN THE LAST SIX MONTHS FROM YOUR MOST CURRENT SUPERVISORS.
) Resume (Make sure your resume is updated and detailed according to most current position.) Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Moderate/Severe Comments and Other Information Once the screening process has been completed, those applicants selected for an interview will be notified via Ed-Join of the date and time of the interview. Paramount Unified School District offers highly competitive salaries (Click to view Teacher's Salary Schedule) , a generous benefits package (Click to visit Benefits Website) and year for year service credit to qualified individuals.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REOPEN, READVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION. THE PARAMOUNT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, DISABILITY, OR GENDER IN ANY OF ITS POLICIES, PROCEDURES OR PRACTICES. SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS.
Comments and Other Information Once the screening process has been completed, those applicants selected for an interview will be notified via Ed-Join of the date and time of the interview. Paramount Unified School District offers highly competitive salaries (Click to view Teacher's Salary Schedule) , a generous benefits package (Click to visit Benefits Website) and year for year service credit to qualified individuals.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REOPEN, READVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION. THE PARAMOUNT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, DISABILITY, OR GENDER IN ANY OF ITS POLICIES, PROCEDURES OR PRACTICES. SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS.
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