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PARAEDUCATOR I
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$44,687 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
PARAEDUCATOR I
at South Monterey County High School District Print Application Deadline 9/16/2026 12:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/1/2026 Contact Jeremy Shipman Number of Openings 3 Salary Pay Range $21.06- $23.
BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS
Under the direction of an assigned administrator or certificated staff member, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated special education instructional program; perform a variety of instructional and support activities related to positive behavior management and classroom instruction of students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom and program activities. View Job Description Requirements / QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and must have one of the following:
- 48 College Semester Units OR
- Associate of Arts Degree OR
- Have passed district proficiency examination Any combination of training and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the essential functions of the position is qualifying.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND CLEARANCES
Prospective and current employees are expected to possess and maintain the following:- Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and evidence of insurability (as appropriate to the assignment)
- First Aid/CPR required within first six (6) months of employment Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters) Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or Equivalent) Resume Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent, and must have one of the following:
- 48 College Semester Units OR
- Associate of Arts Degree OR
- Have passed district proficiency examination Any combination of training and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the essential functions of the position is qualifying.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND CLEARANCES
Prospective and current employees are expected to possess and maintain the following:- Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and evidence of insurability (as appropriate to the assignment)
- First Aid/CPR required within first six (6) months of employment Copy of Transcript Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters) Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma or Equivalent) Resume Comments and Other Information
- Due to the large volume of applications we receive, the district does not upload single files for applicants. Please make sure all required documents are submitted with your application.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Comments and Other Information- Due to the large volume of applications we receive, the district does not upload single files for applicants. Please make sure all required documents are submitted with your application.