Special Education Instructional Aide - S. Ben Benavidez Elementary (26/27 School Year)

Special Education Instructional Aide

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Ben Benavidez Elementary (26/27 School Year) at Parlier Unified School District

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CANDIDATES ONLY

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered. Print Application Deadline 5/22/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/18/2026 Contact Jorge Cortez Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 19.08

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48 Per Hour Length of Work Year 182 days/10 Month/6.5 hrs. per day

Employment Type Part Time SIte/Department:

S.

Ben Benavidez Elementary Hours:

7:45am

• 2:45pm About the Employer We're excited that you're considering joining the Parlier Unified School District family!

Located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley near the Sierra Nevada mountains, our district spans 20 square miles of Fresno County and serves a community of over 16,500 residents. Our district includes four elementary schools, one junior high, one comprehensive high school, a continuation school, and an adult school, with a total enrollment of just under 3,500 students. We are deeply student-centered and believe that with the right support, everyone can thrive. By focusing on Accomplished Students, a Supportive Environment, and an Empowered Community, we aim to create a culture where learning, teaching, and leadership flourish—every day, from everyone. Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Instructional Aide 900 Newmark Ave Parlier, CA 93648 559-646-2731 (Special Education)

Position Title:

Instructional Aide (Special Education) Reports to:

Principal Salary:

Range 7

Classification:

Classified Work Year:

182

Days Classified Board Approved:

10 Month

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under the director supervision of a site administrator and assigned to certificated staff. Assist in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students with learning disabilities and/or mild to moderate delays in a classroom; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical duties as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

: The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title. Tutor individual or small groups of students with learning disabilities, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher. Prepare lesson and instructional materials for individual students as directed by the teacher; maintain daily records of achievements. Assist the instructional staff in supervising students inside and outside the classroom; direct group activities of students as assigned. Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing and duplicating instructional material, ordering supplies. Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies. Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment. Participate in meeting and in-service training programs as assigned. Provide instruction and assistance to students with learning disabilities in social, self-help and community skills. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent. Completed at least 2 years of study at an institute of higher education equivalent to 48 semester units or successful completion of the County Office adopted Para educator Academic Assessment may be substituted for the Associate's degree. Preferred one (1) year experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid California Driver=s License.

Knowledge and Ability Knowledge of:

Special needs issues and requirements of students with learning disabilities. Basic subject taught in district schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading. Safe practices in classroom and playground activities. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Reading and writing communication skills. Interpersonal relations skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Basic record-keeping techniques. Classroom procedures and conduct.

Ability to:

Assist certificated staff with instruction and related activities for students with learning disabilities. Assist students in developing self-help and social skills. Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplicating and maintaining all student records in a confidential manner. Print and write legibly. Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Learn the procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Operate instructional and office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

Classroom and other learning environments.

Physical Abilities:

Seeing to monitor students: hearing and speaking to communicate with students and instructors; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office and instructional equipment; bending at the waist; kneeling or crouching; standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Health:

Maintain high standards of physical and mental health.

Requirements / Qualifications

Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 (dated within the past 2 years)) Copy of Transcript (Copies are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required if hired. ) OR NCLB Compliance Proof of HS Graduation Resume Copy of Transcript Resume Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 (dated within the past 2 years)) Copy of Transcript (Copies are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required if hired. ) OR NCLB Compliance Proof of HS Graduation Resume Copy of Transcript Resume Comments and Other Information

PLEASE CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

• Applications must be submitted using Edjoin
• We do not accept: walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail
• ALL required documents must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.
• It is your responsibility to submit a complete application.
• Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview.
• Candidates are interviewed by appointment only.
• If you apply for more than one job, an application is required for EACH job.
• Incomplete applications will not be processed; there are no exceptions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Parlier Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Fred Guerrero, Title IX Coordinator, 900 S. Newmark Ave., Parlier CA 93648, 559-646-2731, hr@parlierunified.org; Vanessa Gaona, 504/Title II Coordinator, 900 S. Newmark Ave, Parlier CA 93648, 559-646-2731, sped@parlierunified.org. Comments and Other Information

PLEASE CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

• Applications must be submitted using Edjoin
• We do not accept: walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail
• ALL required documents must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.
• It is your responsibility to submit a complete application.
• Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview.
• Candidates are interviewed by appointment only.
• If you apply for more than one job, an application is required for EACH job.
• Incomplete applications will not be processed; there are no exceptions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Parlier Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Fred Guerrero, Title IX Coordinator, 900 S. Newmark Ave., Parlier CA 93648, 559-646-2731, hr@parlierunified.org; Vanessa Gaona, 504/Title II Coordinator, 900 S. Newmark Ave, Parlier CA 93648, 559-646-2731, sped@parlierunified.org. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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