Instructional Assistant at Paramount Unified School District Print Application Deadline 9/18/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/9/2026 Contact Jacqueline Aldaco Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $1,592 (Step 1) - $2,040 (Step 6) Monthly Add'l Salary Info New hire will start on Step 1 or Step 3 with verification of work experience on letterhead from previous employer(s). Length of Work Year Mon.-Fri; 3.5 hours per day/10 months per year Employment Type Part Time About the Employer Welcome to Paramount Unified School District. Paramount strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment for our employees so that they may focus on our main goal to serve the needs and interests of our students. The District is comprised of 19 schools: eleven elementary schools, four middle schools. Paramount High School, as well as Odyssey High School STEM Academy, Buena Vista Alternative Learning, and Paramount Adult School. Paramount Unified also has a robust Early Childhood Education program for our youngest learners. District enrollment is approximately 11,500 students, of which 95% are unduplicated. Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans. View Job Description Requirements /

Qualifications Education & Experience:

Special Qualifications upon hire for positions at a school site that is supported by Title I funds pursuant to the "No Child Left Behind Act of 2001": Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree OR Met (pass) an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. For verification purposes, you must include copies of transcripts (unofficial accepted) or degree(s) with your application to meet new law enactment. Incomplete applications are subject to disqualification. Copy of Transcript (College Transcripts ) Requirements /

Qualifications Education & Experience:

Special Qualifications upon hire for positions at a school site that is supported by Title I funds pursuant to the "No Child Left Behind Act of 2001": Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree OR Met (pass) an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. For verification purposes, you must include copies of transcripts (unofficial accepted) or degree(s) with your application to meet new law enactment. Incomplete applications are subject to disqualification. Copy of Transcript (College Transcripts )

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Tentative Interview Date:

Week of September 21st

SALARY INFORMATION

Advanced placement on the Salary Schedule, up to Step III, may be allowed at the time of employment. To be considered for advanced placement, the prior qualifying employment must have been full-time employment within the last seven (7) years, must be completely disclosed in the application paperwork and must be properly verified in writing at the time of employment. The written verification must be on official stationery of the prior employer and must specifically state the position held, the description of duties performed and the beginning and ending dates of employment.

THE PARAMOUNT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, DISABILITY, OR GENDER IN ANY OF ITS POLICIES, PROCEDURES OR PRACTICES. SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REOPEN, READVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.

Comments and Other Information Important Dates:

Tentative Interview Date:

Week of September 21st

SALARY INFORMATION

Advanced placement on the Salary Schedule, up to Step III, may be allowed at the time of employment. To be considered for advanced placement, the prior qualifying employment must have been full-time employment within the last seven (7) years, must be completely disclosed in the application paperwork and must be properly verified in writing at the time of employment. The written verification must be on official stationery of the prior employer and must specifically state the position held, the description of duties performed and the beginning and ending dates of employment.

THE PARAMOUNT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, DISABILITY, OR GENDER IN ANY OF ITS POLICIES, PROCEDURES OR PRACTICES. SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL DETAILS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REOPEN, READVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.

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