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Paraeducator (Open Recruitment)
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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.
$44,687 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Paraeducator (Open Recruitment) at Westminster School District Print Application Deadline 9/25/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/11/2026 Contact Maria Orona 714-894-7311 1171 Number of Openings 4 Salary Pay Range $21.48
- $26.
Employer WSD Vision:
Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive.WSD Mission:
It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides infant, toddler and preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 7,900 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including four dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students in becoming innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment. Job Summary Job Summary- Current & Future Vacancies & Substitutes
School Sites:
DeMille, Sequoia, & Webber- Part-time positions are typically 3 to 6 hours per day (15
- 29.5 hours per week)
- Working hours are generally between 7:30am and 2:45pm, to be scheduled according to school site needs View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
(1) At least two years of study (48 units with at least 6 college semester units in early childhood education or closely-related subjects) OR (2) Have at least 6 college semester units in early childhood education or closely-related subjects and pass a rigorous local exam measuring knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and math and demonstrate experience in working with children in an organized setting or learning situation AND (3) Have 6 months of demonstrated experience working with school age children. Must meet ONE of the following:- 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR
- AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR
- Passing score on our District's written exam Copy of Transcript (48 college units OR AA or higher) Resume Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
(1) At least two years of study (48 units with at least 6 college semester units in early childhood education or closely-related subjects) OR (2) Have at least 6 college semester units in early childhood education or closely-related subjects and pass a rigorous local exam measuring knowledge of and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and math and demonstrate experience in working with children in an organized setting or learning situation AND (3) Have 6 months of demonstrated experience working with school age children. Must meet ONE of the following:- 48 college units (Copy of Transcript Required) OR
- AA or higher (Copy of Transcript Confirming Degree Required) OR
- Passing score on our District's written exam Copy of Transcript (48 college units OR AA or higher) Resume Comments and Other Information
- Please note: If you are contracted with Maxim/Amergis and work at Westminster School District, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application for employment.
- Please ensure that all sections of the application are fully completed. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments and Other Information
- Please note: If you are contracted with Maxim/Amergis and work at Westminster School District, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application for employment.
- Please ensure that all sections of the application are fully completed.
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