#27-316, Substitute Instructional Aide, 2026-2027 School Year at Visalia Unified School District Print Application Deadline 11/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 11/2/2026 Contact April Christensen 559-931-8120 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Single Rate $18.38 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Hourly pay rates are based on the position being subbed Length of Work Year Varies. Hourly wages dependent on job classification type. Substitutes work strictly at the discretion of VUSD, and there is no guarantee of work. Employment Type Part Time Start Date 2026-27 School Year About the Employer Nestled close to the majestic Sierra mountains in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, the Visalia Unified School District is committed to providing students young and old with the tools and skills necessary to succeed in life. Established in 1885, VUSD is the oldest school district in Tulare County. Our services span 214 square miles with a population base of over 135,000. Our family of schools includes 26 elementary schools, a newcomer language center, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, a continuation high school, an adult school,a charter independent study school, a K-8 charter home school, and a charter technical early college high school. Over 32,000 students Pre-K to adult are served through Visalia Unified School District. Our outstanding workforce is comprised of over 3,000 certificated and classified staff. They make our district the jewel of the Central Valley.
Requirements / Qualifications
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE ATTACHED TO APPLICATION
Proof of HS Graduation (Provide one of the following documents: HS Diploma or HS Transcript showing date of graduation or GED or Higher Degree.) Requirements / Qualifications
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE ATTACHED TO APPLICATION
Proof of HS Graduation (Provide one of the following documents: HS Diploma or HS Transcript showing date of graduation or GED or Higher Degree.)
Comments and Other Information Hiring Process:
1. Qualified applicants will be provided information regarding being fingerprinted and getting your TB Assessment completed. TB Test and Live Scan (Fingerprints) will have to be completed before being invited to an orientation. The applicant is responsible for the fee which is approximately $65
- 75 depending on the agency providing the service.
2. Qualified applicants will be invited to attend an orientation/intake meeting. 3. New hire subsitutes will be set up in our systems: Employee ID, Email, etc. 4.
PLEASE NOTE
This process does take several weeks. We recruit on an as needed basis. We appreciate and consider all applications, but will only contact candidates who are selected to move forward with the application process.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
November 2
- November 13 Applications open for candidates to apply to. November 16
- November 18 Applications will be reviewed and screened. November 19
- November 24 Selected Candidates will participate in brief interviews as part of the selection process. November 30
- December 18 Recommended candidates will begin the onboarding and clearance process, including submission of required documents.
Orientation Information Cleared candidates will receive additional information regarding orientation sessions and next steps.
Comments and Other Information Hiring Process:
1. Qualified applicants will be provided information regarding being fingerprinted and getting your TB Assessment completed. TB Test and Live Scan (Fingerprints) will have to be completed before being invited to an orientation. The applicant is responsible for the fee which is approximately $65
- 75 depending on the agency providing the service.
2. Qualified applicants will be invited to attend an orientation/intake meeting. 3. New hire subsitutes will be set up in our systems: Employee ID, Email, etc. 4.
PLEASE NOTE
This process does take several weeks. We recruit on an as needed basis. We appreciate and consider all applications, but will only contact candidates who are selected to move forward with the application process.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
November 2
- November 13 Applications open for candidates to apply to. November 16
- November 18 Applications will be reviewed and screened. November 19
- November 24 Selected Candidates will participate in brief interviews as part of the selection process. November 30
- December 18 Recommended candidates will begin the onboarding and clearance process, including submission of required documents.
Orientation Information Cleared candidates will receive additional information regarding orientation sessions and next steps. Links Related To This Job Teacher Recruitment Video Visit Visalia City of Visalia CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
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