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.
Instructional Assistant - Preschool (Early Childhood Center) at Capistrano Unified School District Print Application Deadline 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/18/2026 Contact Jennifer King 949-234-9364 Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate $20.32 - $22.41 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Range 23, Step 1 begins at $20.32, however, with Superintendent or designee approval and written verification of work experience beyond the job description requirements, beginning salary placement could be as high as Step 3, $22.41 per hour. Length of Work Year 9.5 months per year /17.5 hours per week Employment Type Part Time Education/Experience Requirement Completion of the twelfth grade; six months of experience in an early childhood setting is preferred. Twelve ECE core units in the areas of Child Growth and Development; Child Family and Community; and Programs/Curriculum (transcripts must be attached to your application) Additional Requirement Pass a District proficiency test in English usage, language arts and math, OR have passed the
CBEST OR
have completed 60 semester units of college. Please attach transcripts. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Thank you for your interest in joining the Capistrano Unified School District team! We are excited to learn more about you and appreciate the time you've taken to apply. To help ensure your application receives full consideration, please review the information below.
Share Your Story:
Please complete the application as thoroughly as possible. Our screening process is based on the information you provide in your application, so be sure to include all relevant education, training, certifications, and work experience. While supplemental attachments are welcome, they will not be considered in place of information entered directly on the application.
Application Review:
Every application is reviewed using the same objective process and evaluated based on the qualifications outlined in the job description and the information you provide.
Selection Process:
Depending on the position, the selection process may include written examinations, performance assessments, oral interviews, or other job-related evaluations designed to help us better understand your qualifications.
Stay Connected:
Most of the communication regarding your application will be sent from: no-reply@edjoin.org. Please check your inbox regularly and occasionally review your Spam or Junk folder to ensure you don't miss important updates.
Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan fingerprint background check and TB clearance. Some positions may also require a physical examination, drug screening, and satisfactory SB 848 reports. Thank you again for your interest in Capistrano Unified School District. We appreciate your time and wish you the very best throughout the selection process!
PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO THIS APPLICATION
(Please attach as a .pdf ) 1.
COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
showing 12-semester units of course work in ECE (Early Childhood Education) covering the general areas of Child Growth and Development, Child Family and Community, and Programs/Curriculum. 2.
ALSO REQUIRED
Pass a District proficiency test in English usage, language arts, and math or have passed the CBEST or have completed 60-semester college units. Please attach your transcripts for verification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Thank you for your interest in joining the Capistrano Unified School District team! We are excited to learn more about you and appreciate the time you've taken to apply. To help ensure your application receives full consideration, please review the information below.
Share Your Story:
Please complete the application as thoroughly as possible. Our screening process is based on the information you provide in your application, so be sure to include all relevant education, training, certifications, and work experience. While supplemental attachments are welcome, they will not be considered in place of information entered directly on the application.
Application Review:
Every application is reviewed using the same objective process and evaluated based on the qualifications outlined in the job description and the information you provide.
Selection Process:
Depending on the position, the selection process may include written examinations, performance assessments, oral interviews, or other job-related evaluations designed to help us better understand your qualifications.
Stay Connected:
Most of the communication regarding your application will be sent from: no-reply@edjoin.org. Please check your inbox regularly and occasionally review your Spam or Junk folder to ensure you don't miss important updates.
Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan fingerprint background check and TB clearance. Some positions may also require a physical examination, drug screening, and satisfactory SB 848 reports. Thank you again for your interest in Capistrano Unified School District. We appreciate your time and wish you the very best throughout the selection process!
PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO THIS APPLICATION
(Please attach as a .pdf ) 1.
COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
showing 12-semester units of course work in ECE (Early Childhood Education) covering the general areas of Child Growth and Development, Child Family and Community, and Programs/Curriculum. 2.
ALSO REQUIRED
Pass a District proficiency test in English usage, language arts, and math or have passed the CBEST or have completed 60-semester college units. Please attach your transcripts for verification. Comments and Other Information All prospective employees hired for Early Childhood Education/Preschool positions will be required to provide proof of vaccination and/or a clearance certificate for: 1. TB (Tuberculosis) 2. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 3. TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) 4. Flu Vaccine (optional) The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Laura Lyon Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services Title IX/Compliance Officer 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 (949) 234-9200 Dr. Meg Ervais Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Secondary Brad Shearer Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Elementary 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 (949) 234-9200 Comments and Other Information All prospective employees hired for Early Childhood Education/Preschool positions will be required to provide proof of vaccination and/or a clearance certificate for: 1. TB (Tuberculosis) 2. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 3. TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) 4. Flu Vaccine (optional) The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Laura Lyon Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services Title IX/Compliance Officer 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 (949) 234-9200 Dr. Meg Ervais Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Secondary Brad Shearer Assistant Superintendent, Instruction and Curriculum 504 Compliance Officer, Elementary 33122 Valle Road San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 (949) 234-9200 Links Related To This Job Application Tips Interview Tips Certificated Job Descriptions Classified & Teamster Job Descriptions CUSD Salary Schedules View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
