TRANSFER/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

• Paraprofessional II DSMS at Palm Springs Unified School District

IN-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 10/15/2026 3:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 10/8/2026 Contact Robert Soria 760-883-2715 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Range 20, Teams 2 Length of Work Year 5.75 Hours, School Year Employment Type Part Time Location Desert Springs Middle School Position Number #2-443-040 Written Exams District's NCLB (English & Math) written exams. If you have previously passed one or both of the required exams, you must attach the exam results to your application. About the Employer Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District's achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in

Student Success:

We foster

• A growth mindset
• Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments
• An every-student, every-day mentality
• Highly engaging learning opportunities
• Instruction that is tailored to student needs
• Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!

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THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CURRENT PSUSD EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE SAME BARGAINING UNIT. A

current probationary or permanent employee in the posted classification may apply for this transfer opportunity.

TEAMS 2 PSUSD

employees may also apply for this promotional opportunity if they have completed their probationary period in their current classification.

• To receive the password to submit your online transfer/promotional application, please call (760) 883-2715, option 1 Classified HR
• Abby or option 2 Certificated HR
• Aylin.
• Completed online transfer applications are due no later than 3:30 PM on the indicated deadline date.

Applications

WILL NOT

be considered without the following documentation: (1) Attach Proof of high school graduation (e.g., HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) (2) College level units in education (3) One year work experience in assisting teachers in a classroom and with children in an educational or organized learning environment, such as Paraprofessional in the District. (4) Completion of the TargetSketch Assessment is required and must be completed before application deadline. Target Sketch is available through your EdJoin account. Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of high school graduation (e.g., HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) ) Requirements / Qualifications

THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CURRENT PSUSD EMPLOYEES WITHIN THE SAME BARGAINING UNIT. A

current probationary or permanent employee in the posted classification may apply for this transfer opportunity.

TEAMS 2 PSUSD

employees may also apply for this promotional opportunity if they have completed their probationary period in their current classification.

• To receive the password to submit your online transfer/promotional application, please call (760) 883-2715, option 1 Classified HR
• Abby or option 2 Certificated HR
• Aylin.
• Completed online transfer applications are due no later than 3:30 PM on the indicated deadline date.

Applications

WILL NOT

be considered without the following documentation: (1) Attach Proof of high school graduation (e.g., HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) (2) College level units in education (3) One year work experience in assisting teachers in a classroom and with children in an educational or organized learning environment, such as Paraprofessional in the District. (4) Completion of the TargetSketch Assessment is required and must be completed before application deadline. Target Sketch is available through your EdJoin account. Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of high school graduation (e.g., HS diploma, HS transcripts, or GED) )

Comments and Other Information SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in an assigned classroom; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of intervention plans, behavior plans, learning strategies and goal strategies; work independently with identified students in the classroom teacher; administer and score tests and assessments; perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college level units in education and one year of experience in assisting teachers in a classroom and with children in an educational or organized learning environment, such as Paraprofessional in the District.

• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment.

The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student's actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD

BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9

). Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX. For questions or complaints, contact: Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director

• Title IX and Compliance 760-883-2703

Ext:

4805026 ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services 760-883-2703

Ext:

4805102 ADA/Title II Coordinator

• Staff Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr.

Palm Springs, CA 92264

Notice of Title IX Nondiscrimination Comments and Other Information SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in an assigned classroom; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of intervention plans, behavior plans, learning strategies and goal strategies; work independently with identified students in the classroom teacher; administer and score tests and assessments; perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college level units in education and one year of experience in assisting teachers in a classroom and with children in an educational or organized learning environment, such as Paraprofessional in the District.

• Palm Springs Unified School District Nondiscrimination Statement The Palm Springs Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment.

The District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, of any student by anyone, based on the student's actual or perceived race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including related medical conditions or recovery; parental, marital, family status; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex; sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; or genetic information; or, association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (PSUSD

BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9

). Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX. For questions or complaints, contact: Title IX Coordinator and Equity and Compliance Officer Dr. Antonia Hunt, Director

• Title IX and Compliance 760-883-2703

Ext:

4805026 ADA/Title II Coordinator-Students and Section 504 Coordinator Laura Meusel, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services 760-883-2703

Ext:

4805102 ADA/Title II Coordinator

• Staff Clayton Hill, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources All are located at:150 District Center Dr.

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