Substitute - Instructional Assistant

Job Summary

Job Summary

Substitute Instructional Assistant-Special Education aides work on an as needed, day-to-day basis. Some long-term positions may be available.

Substitute positions typically work 5-6 hours per day during the school day and may be assigned to work with students from ages 3-22. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist certificated staff in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students with mild to moderate disabilities in a classroom setting; assist students with developing behavioral skills; perform a variety of instructional support activities to assist students in learning curriculum.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Substitutes will be required to meet standards outlined by the No Child Left Behind Act in one of the following ways: 1) Provide proof of completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR an associate's (or higher) degree; OR 2) Pass an assessment provided by the Carlsbad Unified School District that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics. Substitutes must provide a valid tuberculosis clearance (less than 4 years old)and a valid First Aid and CPR certification (online certifications will be accepted).

Requirements / Qualifications

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Substitutes will be required to meet standards outlined by the No Child Left Behind Act in one of the following ways: 1) Provide proof of completion of at least 48 semester units of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR an associate's (or higher) degree; OR 2) Pass an assessment provided by the Carlsbad Unified School District that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics. Substitutes must provide a valid tuberculosis clearance (less than 4 years old)and a valid First Aid and CPR certification (online certifications will be accepted).

Comments and Other Information

If you are interested in working as an on-call, day-to-day substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, you will need to complete the following steps: Visit the Carlsbad Unified School District Website for information on becoming a classified substitute (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/carlsbadusd/transferjobs). Print, complete, and submit the classified substitute application to Gayle Palmer via email at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net, or at the District Office between the hours of 7:30 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

The District Office is located at 6225 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009. Submit a valid Tuberculosis clearance (within four years). Upon your submission of a completed application and required materials, you will be sent for fingerprint clearance at the District's expense. If you have any questions regarding working as a classified substitute with the Carlsbad Unified School District, please contact Gayle Palmer at gpalmer@carlsbadusd.net.