.75 FTE

• Special Education
• Instructional Assistant
• Willits High School at Willits Unified Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 8/31/2026 Contact Amy Adams (707) 459-5314 1102 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $20.62
• $33.59 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info $20.62
• $33.

59 per hour as per Range 2 of the Classified Salary Schedule. Length of Work Year 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year beginning as soon as possible, pending successful fingerprint clearance, and submission of a recent tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code. Employment Type Part Time About the Employer The Willits Unified School District serves 1500+ students in grades TK-12 from the City of Willits and surrounding areas. Committed to the small campus environment our district is composed of four traditional schools: Brookside Elementary (TK-2), Blosser Lane Elementary (3-5), Baechtel Grove Middle School (6-8), and Willits High School (9-12). In addition to our traditional schools our alternative programs offer students a variety of choices within our district's governance: Sherwood Elementary (K-5) and Sanhedrin Alternative High School (9-12). We are located in scenic Mendocino County, in the small town of Willits, CA. Willits is about three hours north of San Francisco on the 101, and is the ideal central location from which to enjoy the exceptional beauty of Mendocino County. To the north are the majestic redwoods and the Eel River, to the south award-winning wineries, and to the west is the rugged Mendocino Coast. Willits

• the "Gateway to the Redwoods" and the "Heart of Mendocino County"! Job Summary Job Summary Under the general supervision of the site principal and subject to the day-to-day instructions of a classroom teacher, provides academic instruction and behavior management. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
• Education equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Passing score on district Instructional Assistant Proficiency Exam.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to student information.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Post secondary education focusing on students with learning disabilities.
• Instruction in conflict resolution and behavior management.
• Experience or training in learning techniques and strategies.
• Ability to operate copier, computer, laminating machine, etc.
• Basic computer skills.
• Successful experience as a classroom instructional assistant.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following:

• An online application;
• A signed and dated cover letter stating specific competencies for the position;
• A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization. Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) Resume Requirements / Qualifications
• Education equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Passing score on district Instructional Assistant Proficiency Exam.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to student information.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Post secondary education focusing on students with learning disabilities.
• Instruction in conflict resolution and behavior management.
• Experience or training in learning techniques and strategies.
• Ability to operate copier, computer, laminating machine, etc.
• Basic computer skills.
• Successful experience as a classroom instructional assistant.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following:

• An online application;
• A signed and dated cover letter stating specific competencies for the position;
• A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization.

Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) Resume Comments and Other Information

BENEFITS

Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to which both the employee and WUSD contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the California School Employees Association Union.

SPECIAL NOTES

Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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BENEFITS

Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to which both the employee and WUSD contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the California School Employees Association Union.

SPECIAL NOTES

Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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