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Classroom Assistant - Child Development Program (Preschool)

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A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$42,713 / year median in California

+9% projected growth

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Classroom Assistant
  • Child Development Program (Preschool) at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 7/16/2026 Contact Laura Takken Number of Openings 3 Salary Pay Range $19.67
  • $39.
99 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Salary range represents steps 1-25. Salary step placement is determined by directly related experience & education in accordance with Merit System Rule 4872.1 Step placement beyond step 13 requires Cabinet approval Length of Work Year School-Year Calendar Monday-Friday, 4.0 hours per day. Employment Type Part Time Location(s) Paso Robles, Atascadero, or Nipomo Anticipated Start Date August 2026 Job Summary Job Summary Under guidance of the assigned teacher, provide care, supervision and social/learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom environment. Help with planning and implementing activities to meet the needs and interests of preschool-age children. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials. Provide clerical support. View Job Description Requirements /
Qualifications Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 6 semester units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or willingness to enroll within 130 days of employment.
  • Three months experience working or volunteering with preschool-age children in an organized setting.
  • First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE if needed) must be obtained within 130 days of employment.
Desired:
  • 6 semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Copy of Transcript (if applicable) Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements /
Qualifications Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 6 semester units of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or willingness to enroll within 130 days of employment.
  • Three months experience working or volunteering with preschool-age children in an organized setting.
  • First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE if needed) must be obtained within 130 days of employment.
Desired:
  • 6 semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Copy of Transcript (if applicable) Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Comments and Other Information This posting serves to fill 3. current vacancies and to create an eligibility list for future vacancies that may become available within the next 6 months. We currently have openings in Paso Robles, Atascadero and Nipomo school sites. SLOCOE does not participate in Social Security but contributes to PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) or SISC Defined Benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision & life insurance (optional) and paid sick, vacation and personal leave. Comments and Other Information This posting serves to fill 3. current vacancies and to create an eligibility list for future vacancies that may become available within the next 6 months. We currently have openings in Paso Robles, Atascadero and Nipomo school sites. SLOCOE does not participate in Social Security but contributes to PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) or SISC Defined Benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision & life insurance (optional) and paid sick, vacation and personal leave. Links Related To This Job Merit System Rule 4872.1 Salary Schedules Benefits Information Employee Important Information Bargaining Unit Contracts CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
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