Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Open and Promotional)

Instructional Assistant

• Special Education (Open and Promotional) at Manhattan Beach Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/12/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/18/2026 Contact Denise Zapata 3103187345 5951 Number of Openings 10 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Range 12, Step 1 $18.

00/ hour thru Step 6 $22.99/ hour Length of Work Year 10 Months, 6.5 hours per day, M-F; 10 Months, 5.5 hours per day, 8 am

• 2 pm M-F Employment Type Part Time About the Employer The Governing Board is determined to provide a safe, positive environment where all district employees are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment and intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with law.

For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with the district to provide services, as applicable. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Division of Human Resources provides excellence in human resource leadership in support of the academic mission and our customers, the Manhattan Beach Community. We succeed by earning the satisfaction of our customers, the respect and trust of those who govern us, support us and do business with us; and the pride of our employees. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Education Specialist/ Case Carrier, IA SE assist a classroom teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a general education and special education classroom environment; assist in the presentation and preparation of learning materials, lesson plans, instructional exercises in classroom and resource room environments; assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP); perform clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel. View Job Description Requirements /

Qualifications Education and Experience:

Any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledges and abilities stated in the attached job description, and the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Education:

Graduation from high school and college coursework in Child Development, Education, Social Work, or any other related field.

Experience:

One-year experience working with school age special needs students in an organization setting or learning environment. Complete applications accepted on EdJoin only. An automated confirmation email will be sent once the application is submitted.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

The Selection Process is open to all qualified applicants. To be considered for an employment opportunity with MBUSD, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the selection process and is part of your total evaluation of acceptability for employment. For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the selection process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Reference Checks, Written Test and/or a Performance Test, and an Oral Interview. Additional information pertaining to the exam process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.

HOW WILL YOU HEAR FROM US

All correspondence and notification regarding this recruitment will be to the email address you provide in your application. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner.

ESTABLISHMENT OF LIST

This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All Eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period of one year or until there are fewer than three ranks of eligible candidates who are available.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Written Examination will be held TBD
• Oral Interview will be held TBD
• The final Interview will be held TBD
• All dates listed above are subject to change.

Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements /

Qualifications Education and Experience:

Any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledges and abilities stated in the attached job description, and the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Education:

Graduation from high school and college coursework in Child Development, Education, Social Work, or any other related field.

Experience:

One-year experience working with school age special needs students in an organization setting or learning environment. Complete applications accepted on EdJoin only. An automated confirmation email will be sent once the application is submitted.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

The Selection Process is open to all qualified applicants. To be considered for an employment opportunity with MBUSD, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the selection process and is part of your total evaluation of acceptability for employment. For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the selection process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Reference Checks, Written Test and/or a Performance Test, and an Oral Interview. Additional information pertaining to the exam process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.

HOW WILL YOU HEAR FROM US

All correspondence and notification regarding this recruitment will be to the email address you provide in your application. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner.

ESTABLISHMENT OF LIST

This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All Eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period of one year or until there are fewer than three ranks of eligible candidates who are available.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Written Examination will be held TBD
• Oral Interview will be held TBD
• The final Interview will be held TBD
• All dates listed above are subject to change.

Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Comments and Other Information

ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED

If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of the selection procedures, please notify Denise Zapata via email at dzapata@mbusd.org. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The Board prohibits any district employee from harassing or discriminating against any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation.

NONDISCRIMINATION

The Governing Board is determined to provide a safe, positive environment where all district employees are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment and intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with the district to provide services, as applicable. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Comments and Other Information

ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED

If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of the selection procedures, please notify Denise Zapata via email at dzapata@mbusd.org. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The Board prohibits any district employee from harassing or discriminating against any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation.

NONDISCRIMINATION

The Governing Board is determined to provide a safe, positive environment where all district employees are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment and intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. For purposes of this policy, employees include job applicants, interns, volunteers, and persons who contracted with the district to provide services, as applicable. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Links Related To This Job Manhattan Beach Unified School District View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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