Instructional Support Assistant I/Dr (Part-Time), Danielson Preschool - Merced, Special Education

Instructional Support Assistant I/Dr (Part-Time), Danielson Preschool - Merced, Special Education at Merced County Office of Education Print Application Deadline 5/29/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/12/2026 Contact Nina Mendoza 209-381-6757 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $20.83 - $23.90 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Max entry step 3 @$22.31 (CSS), 1% increase for the 26-27 School year (pending) Length of Work Year 3.5 hours per day; 182 days per year Employment Type Part Time Start Date 2026-2027 School Year Location 1235 N ST., Merced, CA 95341 Hours 10:15a-1:45p About the Employer The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County's 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the teacher, the Instructional Support Assistant I - Driver assists in carrying out educational plans for individual students. Performs a variety of routine tasks to assist and care for children assigned to school programs. Transports students to and from school and on field trips as required. Provides direct care, supervision, and support of the children in a regular and/or special education classroom setting. Maintains and prepares classroom materials, records, and assigned student files. Provides instructional assistance that reinforces learning to students. (INSTRUCTIONAL

ASSISTANT / AIDE

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COMPLETE

online application 2. Resume 3. HS Diploma/Equivalent 4. Unofficial College Transcripts (48 college units completed) OR Satisfactory results from a Proficiency test 5.

EXPERIENCE

6 months of experience working with and/or driving students Applicants who have a high school diploma and meet the experience requirement MAY BE invited to take Proficiency testing. Meeting the above does not guarantee a test or an interview. Copy of Transcript (MUST have 48 college units (any) OR satisfactory result from Proficieny exam) Resume (MUST include volunteer/unpaid experience) Requirements / Qualifications 1.

COMPLETE

online application 2. Resume 3. HS Diploma/Equivalent 4. Unofficial College Transcripts (48 college units completed) OR Satisfactory results from a Proficiency test 5.

EXPERIENCE

6 months of experience working with and/or driving students Applicants who have a high school diploma and meet the experience requirement MAY BE invited to take Proficiency testing. Meeting the above does not guarantee a test or an interview. Copy of Transcript (MUST have 48 college units (any) OR satisfactory result from Proficieny exam) Resume (MUST include volunteer/unpaid experience) Comments and Other Information

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications, including submitting all required documents. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following the final selection.

IMPORTANT!

Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate's eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED

APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities. Comments and Other Information

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications, including submitting all required documents. A maximum of eight applicants will be invited for a panel interview. All candidates will be notified via email following the final selection.

IMPORTANT!

Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate's eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED

APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities. Links Related To This Job

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