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Instructional Assistant (6HRS) Handy Elementary School (OPEN TO OUSD EMPLOYEES ONLY)
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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
Instructional Assistant (6HRS) Handy Elementary School (OPEN
TO OUSD EMPLOYEES ONLY
) at Orange Unified School DistrictIN-HOUSE VACANCY
- INTERNAL
CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. Print Application Deadline 9/24/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/16/2026 Contact Adolfo Herrera Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range (Range 24) $2,411.25- $3,086.
OTHER REQUIREMENT
pass the District's adopted Proficiency Examination with a satisfactory score of seventy percent or higherOTHER REQUIREMENT 48
college units transferable to a four year Institution of Higher Learning; or Possession of an AA degree, Bachelor's degree, or higher About the Employer The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 24,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana and Villa Park. In 1953, the citizens of the area voted to form a "unified" school district, combining the original five elementary districts with the high school district into one unified district, now known as the Orange Unified School District. OUSD has a long history of excellence that continues to grow and be enriched by the accomplishments of its students, teachers, staff and community.- VISION
- Our Commitment = Inspiring our learners of today to be purposeful leaders of tomorrow.
- MISSION
- Our Intention = In partnership with our community, we will provide a safe, equitable, and innovative culture of learning for each scholar to have a competitive EDGE as a leader.
CORE VALUES
- Our Foundation = Integrity, Equity, Respect, and Excellence.
- or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law
- in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups.
REQUIRED
- OUSD
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT TEST CERTIFICATE AND COPY OF TRANSCRIPT WITH 48 COLLEGE UNITS/ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Schedule your test now at: bit.ly/OUSD-HR-Testing Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Must attach transcript with 48 college units or Associate Degree) Test Results/Materials (OUSD Instructional Assistant Test) Requirements / Qualifications Open to OUSD employees only. Permanent employees and probationary employees who have served in their probationary period for at least six months or 130 days of actual service, whichever is longer may apply if qualified.REQUIRED
- OUSD
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT TEST CERTIFICATE AND COPY OF TRANSCRIPT WITH 48 COLLEGE UNITS/ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Schedule your test now at: bit.ly/OUSD-HR-Testing Copy of Transcript (Copy of Transcript (Must attach transcript with 48 college units or Associate Degree) Test Results/Materials (OUSD Instructional Assistant Test) Comments and Other Information Notice to all applicants: Assembly Bill 1610 prohibits the employment of any person in any classified position (to include Substitute and Temporary Personnel) until the Department of Justice/FBI completes a criminal background record search. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, express or implied; and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The Orange Unified School District reserves the right to re-advertise this position or delay the filling of this position if it deemed that applicants do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Should a qualified individual with disabilities need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, the Orange Unified School District must be notified no later than five working days of the scheduled interview date. The Orange Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, or disability. Equal employment opportunity will apply to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to recruitment selection, training, transfers, promotions, evaluation, compensation, discipline, layoffs, terminations and rehires. The Orange Unified School District is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, with Drug-Free and Tobacco-free workplace policies. In accordance with Board Policy, discrimination in any form, including sexual harassment, of or by any employee, applicant contractor, and/or student will not be tolerated. If offered employment, you will be required to provide proof of work eligibility in accordance with Public Law 99-983. Comments and Other Information Notice to all applicants: Assembly Bill 1610 prohibits the employment of any person in any classified position (to include Substitute and Temporary Personnel) until the Department of Justice/FBI completes a criminal background record search. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, express or implied; and any of the provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. The Orange Unified School District reserves the right to re-advertise this position or delay the filling of this position if it deemed that applicants do not constitute an adequate applicant pool. Should a qualified individual with disabilities need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, the Orange Unified School District must be notified no later than five working days of the scheduled interview date. The Orange Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, or disability. Equal employment opportunity will apply to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to recruitment selection, training, transfers, promotions, evaluation, compensation, discipline, layoffs, terminations and rehires. The Orange Unified School District is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, with Drug-Free and Tobacco-free workplace policies. In accordance with Board Policy, discrimination in any form, including sexual harassment, of or by any employee, applicant contractor, and/or student will not be tolerated. If offered employment, you will be required to provide proof of work eligibility in accordance with Public Law 99-983. Links Related To This Job OUSD Testing Calendar Board Policy Equal Employment Opportunity Title IX Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement BenefitsADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY
(Current Employees ONLY) APPLYBenefits
- Dental Insurance
- Other Retirement and Savings