Autism Paraprofessional (Continuous Recruitment) at Santa Ana Unified School District Print Application Deadline 12/4/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/16/2026 Contact Jennifer Gutierrez Number of Openings 10 Salary Pay Range $3,573.00 - $4,742.25 Monthly Add'l Salary Info Salary Grade 28 Length of Work Year 9.5 months (School Year 2026-2027)
Employment Type Part Time Location Various School Sites:
Special Education and K-12 Type of Support One-to-one or Classroom Support (determined by department) Hours Monday - Friday 6 hours daily Work Schedule Between 7:30am to 3:30pm (Work shedule may vary per school's bell schedule) Benefits Eligible for Medical, Visual and Dental Job Summary Job Summary Under general supervision, to provide student support in either group settings, on an individual basis and/or in a structured classroom environment to facilitate integration into a classroom and independence in the setting; assist students with behavior, instruction, and other related areas as required. View Job Description Requirements /
Qualifications Instructions:
Complete an online EDJoin application and attach all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered for an interview. In addition, applicants are required by law to complete the Mandatory Employment Disclosure by listing all previous Local Education Agency (LEA) employment, including school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 48 college/university semester units or pass the District proficiency test.
- Experience in childcare, psychology, education and training of autistic students.
- Experience working with autistic students in a structured environment preferred.
- A valid California driver's license or State/Federal Identification.
- A copy of a valid CPR/First Aid certificate of completion.
Attach the following documents listed below: Copy of Transcript (College Transcripts Required- official/unofficial are acceptable) CPR/First Aid Certification Proof of HS Graduation Resume Requirements /
Qualifications Instructions:
Complete an online EDJoin application and attach all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered for an interview. In addition, applicants are required by law to complete the Mandatory Employment Disclosure by listing all previous Local Education Agency (LEA) employment, including school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of 48 college/university semester units or pass the District proficiency test.
- Experience in childcare, psychology, education and training of autistic students.
- Experience working with autistic students in a structured environment preferred.
- A valid California driver's license or State/Federal Identification.
- A copy of a valid CPR/First Aid certificate of completion.
Attach the following documents listed below: Copy of Transcript (College Transcripts Required- official/unofficial are acceptable)
CPR/First Aid Certification Proof of HS Graduation Resume Comments and Other Information Tentative Interview Schedule:
(Dates may be subject to change)
- July 23, 2026
- August, 27, 2026
- September 24, 2026
- October 29, 2026
- November 19, 2026
- December 17, 2026
Comments and Other Information Tentative Interview Schedule:
(Dates may be subject to change)
- July 23, 2026
- August, 27, 2026
- September 24, 2026
- October 29, 2026
- November 19, 2026
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