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.
Paraprofessional-PE (5 hr/wk) at East Whittier City School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 8/7/2026 Contact Shana Hernandez Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $422.38 - $526.88 Monthly Add'l Salary Info (Salary Schedule T) Stipend of $45.00 per month, not eligible for medical benefits Length of Work Year 9.5
Months Employment Type Part Time Desirable:
Bilingual (Spanish) Job Description /
Essential Elements:
Print Under supervision, perform a variety of instructional activities; organize and supervise physical education and/or recreational sports activities; assist students in the development of P.E. skills; perform a variety of routine clerical and supportive activities for instructional personnel; and do other related work as required. Duties and Responsibilities The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that might be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises pertaining to physical education and/or recreational sports activities Coach and referee students in a variety of games and activities Assist in the instruction of P.E. skills Review game rules Supervise students during P.E. classes and/or recess recreational activities Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assists in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aides Maintain a variety of records and files Administer routine first aid and request assistance for non-injury or illness Maintain or assist in maintaining an orderly and positive learning environment Participate in parent conferences as requested
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic sports rules and other recreational sports activities Basic concepts of child growth and development and developmental behavior characteristics Student behavior management strategies and techniques Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar Basic arithmetical concepts Routine record management, storage and retrieval systems and procedures Ability to: Participate actively in a physical education program Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English Perform routine clerical tasks Understand and carry out oral and written directions Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults Use new equipment and technology, as it becomes required to perform this job Requirements /
Qualifications Experience:
• One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children
Education:
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade • Training or coursework in child growth and development, special education, instructional technology, or a closely related field desirable All requirements must be provided at time of application Letter of Introduction (Please include your experience qualifying you for this position) Letter(s) of Recommendation (1-Within the last 12 months) Proof of HS Graduation Resume Requirements /
Qualifications Experience:
• One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children
Education:
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade • Training or coursework in child growth and development, special education, instructional technology, or a closely related field desirable All requirements must be provided at time of application Letter of Introduction (Please include your experience qualifying you for this position) Letter(s) of Recommendation (1-Within the last 12 months) Proof of HS Graduation Resume Comments and Other Information The East Whittier City School District provides educational opportunities (transitional kindergarten through eighth grade, including special education) for approximately 9,000 children. The District employs approximately 1,075 teachers, administrators and support staff. We have 13 schools which operate on a traditional school year schedule. Comments and Other Information The East Whittier City School District provides educational opportunities (transitional kindergarten through eighth grade, including special education) for approximately 9,000 children. The District employs approximately 1,075 teachers, administrators and support staff. We have 13 schools which operate on a traditional school year schedule. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
