Instructional Assistant - Adult School

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Only online applications and certificates will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey This is a Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list, fill vacancies, and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. Positions in this classification are part-time, 20 hours per week, 12 months/216 workdays per year. The recruitment process will consist of a written and/or an oral technical interview which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of June 8, 2026 - June 26, 2026 . Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assists in the assessment of students for placement and in the instructional activities of Adult School students enrolled in Adult School Programs; performs routine clerical work; and performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Instructional Assistant-Adult School incumbents work with adult students enrolled in various programs located at the Adult School. Instructional Assistant-Computer Applications incumbents work with adult students in a computer lab located at the Adult School. Senior Instructional Assistant incumbents work within a special education, specially-funded, pull-out program or other setting characterized by increased independence of action and increased complexity of work based on unique needs of the students served or equipment operated. Instructional Assistant incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.

FUNCTION & DUTIES

Enroll students in various educational programs offered at the Adult School. E Monitor status and progress of students in special mandated programs such as educational programs aimed at improvement of the students' academic achievement levels. E Administer and grade students' completed tests; post scores on students' grade cards; file graded work, grade cards, attendance records and test answer keys. E Check out textbooks, videos, audiotapes, headphones and other instructional equipment to students. E Greet the public and new students to the site; answer questions from students on assigned Adult School program entry requirements, GED test preparation requirements and procedures, registration, and enrollment procedures. E Refer students to the teacher for tutoring as appropriate. E Take and report attendance according to state and federal adult attendance reporting requirements and produce ad hoc attendance reports. E Set up and maintain student records and files. E Perform a variety of clerical and record keeping duties such as typing, data entry and operating duplicating equipment, specific to assignment. E Perform related duties as assigned.

Note:

At the end of some of the duty statements there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE OF

Modern office equipment and procedures. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Interpersonal relations skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Basic record keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO

Learn instructional techniques Understand the needs of adult students. Perform routine clerical duties such as filing, duplicating and maintaining records. Print and write legibly. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Read and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Work cooperatively with others. Work confidentially with discretion. Operate a keyboard with accuracy. Operate instructional and office equipment. Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required. Demonstrate intact short-term and long-term memory. Demonstrate empathy, friendliness, patience and responsibility. Be motivated to produce high quality work product. Comprehend and follow directions. Maintain a work pace appropriate to the position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and a minimum of six months' experience working in an educational setting; one year's experience working in an educational setting is preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Some positions in this class may be required to utilize a second designated language.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Adult School with students arriving and departing continuously. Incumbents may be required to work a flexible schedule.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Seeing to monitor student behavior during classroom activities; hearing and speaking to provide assistance and information related to classroom assignments; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment; and bending at the waist, kneeling, and standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Part-time Employees earn up to:

1 paid vacation day per 1 full month of employment 1 paid sick leave day per 1 full month of employment with unlimited accumulation and paid holidays The District offers two excellent medical plans, Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente ; two dental plans, Delta Dental and MetLife SafeGuard ; and vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP). All plans are available to the employee and their dependents. This coverage is available to employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week.