Rowland Unified School District
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II-BILINGUAL/BILITERATE (MANDARIN)
Rowland Unified School District, Rowland Heights, California, United States, 91748
Salary:
$21.24 - $25.92 Hourly Location :
Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA Job Type:
Regular Part-time Job Number:
D-25/26-16 Department:
Special Education Opening Date:
07/25/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
ASSIGNMENT POSITION:
There is currently one part-time position available:
Position
Site
Hours/Day
Months/Year
Tentative Reporting Time Inst Asst II -
Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin)
Rowland High School 5.5 hrs/day
9.5 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM An eligibility list is being established to fill the current vacancies, hire substitutes, and fill future vacancies in IA II Bilingual (Mandarin) and IA II Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin). If you wish to be considered for a BILINGUAL or BILINGUAL/BILITERATE position, please indicate that in the supplemental questions you will be asked at the end of the application process. You will be tested for your ability to speak and read in the second language as part of the testing process (bilingual) and/or your ability to speak, read, and write in a second language (bilingual/biliterate). The hourly salary for the job classifications are as follows:
Instructional Assistant II - $20.21 - $24.65 Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual (Mandarin) - $20.77 - $25.29 Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin) - $21.24 - $25.90 FILING PERIOD :
Applications for this position will be accepted online only
until August 15, 2025. * APPLICANTS WILL BE SENT NOTIFICATIONS BY E-MAIL ONLY*
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Assists students in specialized educational programs who have a variety of physical handicaps, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral problems on a one-to-one or group basis reinforcing lesson plans; independently adjusts methods/approach/pace of instructional material; maintains student discipline in group activities; performs classroom support activities; maintains a variety of records; and performs other related duties as required. Positions in the specialized language classes require incumbents to work with non- and limited English speaking students in their primary language. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The class of Instructional Assistant II is distinguished from the class of Instructional Assistant I in that the former's assignment consists of at least a majority of the following characteristics/duties: operates under a master teacher concept; issues student referrals; works in specialized educational programs such as Special Education, Opportunity Classes, ESL, Alternative Learning Programs and Vocational Training; works with students who are low achievers, limited/non-English speakers or who have physical handicaps, learning disabilities or significant behavioral problems; uses a variety of motivation/disciplinary techniques including concerted individual approaches and understanding to student problems; independently adjusts pace/approach of instructional materials; works with multiple learning systems; spends the great majority of time working with students; curriculum consists of multiple grade levels; demands greater patience due to slow learners or behavioral problems; may be subject to greater physical and verbal abuse; and errors/poor judgment may not only impact the educational program and public image, but potentially result in significant student confrontations. The class of Instructional Assistant II is distinguished from the class of Personal Care Assistant in that the former has primary responsibilities in providing instructional assistance to students and attends to a lower level of physical needs.
Click on the title to view the entire job description.
- Range 16 - Range 16.5 - Range 17 EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION : The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires all paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance to possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with one (1) of the following:
1. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework.
2. An Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
3. Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing and mathematics. EXPERIENCE : A minimum of six (6) months of experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment is required; experience working with special education students is desirable. Applicants
must
provide a copy of the following at the time of application:
Proof of education:
Option 1 -
High School Diploma (or equivalent) Option 2 -
College transcripts on official letterhead and watermarked paper or copy of Diploma
if you completed your AA/BA/MA* (if applicable)
A valid and current
Basic/Standard First Aid Certificate ;
AND A valid and current
CPR Certificate (Child and Adult) .
You may upload your documents to your application or email them to
. Applications without supporting documents will be considered
incomplete
and will be
disqualified .
Transcripts/Diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the
US equivalent
to be considered. Click on US equivalent for a list of agencies that provide this service. RUSD will only accept evaluations from the agencies listed within the document. If you need assistance with your application, please contact Crystal Vahimarae at cvahimarae
@rowlandschools.org
or call 626 854-8388.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS : Positions in a specialized language classification require individuals who can speak and read (bilingual) or speak, read and write (bilingual/biliterate) a second language as specified. A valid First Aid Certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate and a Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate is required for all positions. Successful completion of up to 12 hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training is required during the probationary period. WORK ENVIRONMENT : Employees in this classification work both inside and outside, may be exposed to wetness, urine, feces, strong odors, airborne pathogens and germs, and have direct contact with students and the public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees in this classification stand, walk, repetitively use fingers, use both hands simultaneously, stoop/bend, reach overhead, have rapid mental and/or muscular coordination, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. or over 50 lbs. with assistance, push/pull students of varying weights in wheelchairs, speak clearly, and hear normal voice conversation.
EXAMINATION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION The examination may consist of the following:
Assessment (if candidate does not have 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework ) Structured Interview Bilingual evaluation (Ability to speak and read in Spanish) Biliterate evaluation (Ability to read/write in Spanish)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION LOCATIONS TO OBTAIN YOUR FIRST AID / CPR CARDS
This position requires a valid
First Aid Certificate , comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate AND a
Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.
Please be sure you select the correct option or sign up for both courses.
OPTION 1: A-B-CPR-Online Training OPTION 2: NATIONAL CPR FOUNDATION OPTION 3: AMERICAN RED CROSS OPTION 4: AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION PROOF OF EDUCATION: If you received your education outside of the United States, you
MUST
have your degree/transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following:
RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire.
APPOINTMENT Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview.
The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months . All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.
In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.
PROCESSING FEE: New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.
VETERANS CREDIT For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the
eligible is first employed
by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire. VACATION Employees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.
HOLIDAYS For twelve month employees, fifteen(15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.
SICK LEAVE One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.
HEALTH INSURANCE Employees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Click below to view the benefits summary: If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.
EDUCATIONAL STIPEND Beginning the 2022-23 school year, all permanent employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.
Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.
Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend. Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipend RETIREMENT Employees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
PEPRA Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS) Classic Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
: New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. 01
This supplemental application is part of the selection process and should be considered an exam. Should there be a very large amount of qualified applicants, the answers to these questions will serve as a test part and you will be evaluated solely on the completeness and thoroughness of your answers as they pertain to the minimum qualifications and the duties of the Instructional Assistant II. The supplemental questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to the position of Instructional Assistant II. Your answers to the following questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
Please identify your highest level of education.
No high school diploma High school or equivalent (e.g. GED) Some college coursework Associate's degree Bachelor's degree or higher
03
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires all paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance to possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with one of the following:1. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework.2. An Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.3. Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing and mathematics.Please select the option below that best describes how you meet this requirement:
I have 48 semester/72 quarter units of college level coursework I have an Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university I will need to take the Rowland assessment test that demonstrates my ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing, and mathematics
04
The experience requirement for the position of Instructional Assistant II is "Six months of experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment." Please list any experience working with students or school aged children you may have below. Be sure to indicate any specific experience you may have with working with special needs children and working in a classroom or related setting. Please list your employer(s), the title(s) of your position(s), the duties you performed, and the dates of employment for each job in which you gained this experience.Experience listed below must also be in your application to be considered. 05
Are you willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted or over 50 lbs. with assistance?
Yes No
06
Are you willing and able to clean up bodily fluids (i.e. vomit, blood, urine, saliva, mucus)?
Yes No
07
Are you willing and able to assist a child and/or adult with bathroom needs including wiping student and changing diapers?
Yes No
08
Are you wiling and able to work with children/adults who are severely orthographically impaired and have a physical disability that slows down or prevents normal physical and motor development thereby interfering with skill development?
Yes No
09
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who have health problems with may include heart conditions, chronic lung disease, tuberculosis, rheumatic fever, nephritis, asthma, sickle cell anemia, hemophilia, epilepsy, lead poisoning, leukemia, diabetes, genetic impairments, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or other illness?
Yes No
10
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who have autism which is a developmental disability that affects how a child processes and responds to information, which may result in limited ability to understand, communicate, learn, and participate in social relationships?
Yes No
11
Are you willing to work with student/adults who are intellectually disabled and may have difficulties adapting to everyday life?
Yes No
12
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who are SED (seriously emotionally disturbed) and typically display a constant pattern of deliberate refusal to meet even minimum standards of behavior?
Yes No
13
I am interested in being tested for a bilingual (Mandarin) position. (SPEAKING)
Yes No
14
I am interested in being tested for a bi-literate (Mandarin) position. (READING/WRITING)
Yes No
15
Are you interested in working as a substitute employee?
Yes No
16
I have uploaded a valid and current CHILD and ADULT Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR). (Required for the application to be considered complete)
Yes No
17
I have uploaded a valid and current basic/standard first aid certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
Yes No
18
I have uploaded my transcripts and diplomas. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
Yes No
19
If successful with the bilingual Mandarin portion of the exam, I would be willing to accept the following position:IA II - Bilingual (Mandarin) at Hollingworth Elementary7 hours a day/ 5 days a week/ 9.5 months a year
Yes No
20
If successful with the bilingual/biliterate Mandarin portion of the exam, I would be willing to accept the following position:Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual/Biliterate Mandarin at Rowland High School5.5 hours a day, 5 days a week, 9.5 months a year
Yes No
21
"I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully."
Yes No
22
CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDER I understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was or what state it was in,
IT WILL SHOW UP . Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above. Selecting "NO" will not absolve you from reporting your conviction properly. This question is intended to be a courtesy reminder for you to report convictions. Failure to disclose reportable convictions WILL cost you a job offer if you are selected for hire.
Yes No
Required Question
$21.24 - $25.92 Hourly Location :
Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA Job Type:
Regular Part-time Job Number:
D-25/26-16 Department:
Special Education Opening Date:
07/25/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
ASSIGNMENT POSITION:
There is currently one part-time position available:
Position
Site
Hours/Day
Months/Year
Tentative Reporting Time Inst Asst II -
Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin)
Rowland High School 5.5 hrs/day
9.5 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM An eligibility list is being established to fill the current vacancies, hire substitutes, and fill future vacancies in IA II Bilingual (Mandarin) and IA II Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin). If you wish to be considered for a BILINGUAL or BILINGUAL/BILITERATE position, please indicate that in the supplemental questions you will be asked at the end of the application process. You will be tested for your ability to speak and read in the second language as part of the testing process (bilingual) and/or your ability to speak, read, and write in a second language (bilingual/biliterate). The hourly salary for the job classifications are as follows:
Instructional Assistant II - $20.21 - $24.65 Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual (Mandarin) - $20.77 - $25.29 Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual/Biliterate (Mandarin) - $21.24 - $25.90 FILING PERIOD :
Applications for this position will be accepted online only
until August 15, 2025. * APPLICANTS WILL BE SENT NOTIFICATIONS BY E-MAIL ONLY*
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Assists students in specialized educational programs who have a variety of physical handicaps, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral problems on a one-to-one or group basis reinforcing lesson plans; independently adjusts methods/approach/pace of instructional material; maintains student discipline in group activities; performs classroom support activities; maintains a variety of records; and performs other related duties as required. Positions in the specialized language classes require incumbents to work with non- and limited English speaking students in their primary language. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The class of Instructional Assistant II is distinguished from the class of Instructional Assistant I in that the former's assignment consists of at least a majority of the following characteristics/duties: operates under a master teacher concept; issues student referrals; works in specialized educational programs such as Special Education, Opportunity Classes, ESL, Alternative Learning Programs and Vocational Training; works with students who are low achievers, limited/non-English speakers or who have physical handicaps, learning disabilities or significant behavioral problems; uses a variety of motivation/disciplinary techniques including concerted individual approaches and understanding to student problems; independently adjusts pace/approach of instructional materials; works with multiple learning systems; spends the great majority of time working with students; curriculum consists of multiple grade levels; demands greater patience due to slow learners or behavioral problems; may be subject to greater physical and verbal abuse; and errors/poor judgment may not only impact the educational program and public image, but potentially result in significant student confrontations. The class of Instructional Assistant II is distinguished from the class of Personal Care Assistant in that the former has primary responsibilities in providing instructional assistance to students and attends to a lower level of physical needs.
Click on the title to view the entire job description.
- Range 16 - Range 16.5 - Range 17 EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION : The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires all paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance to possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with one (1) of the following:
1. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework.
2. An Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
3. Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing and mathematics. EXPERIENCE : A minimum of six (6) months of experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment is required; experience working with special education students is desirable. Applicants
must
provide a copy of the following at the time of application:
Proof of education:
Option 1 -
High School Diploma (or equivalent) Option 2 -
College transcripts on official letterhead and watermarked paper or copy of Diploma
if you completed your AA/BA/MA* (if applicable)
A valid and current
Basic/Standard First Aid Certificate ;
AND A valid and current
CPR Certificate (Child and Adult) .
You may upload your documents to your application or email them to
. Applications without supporting documents will be considered
incomplete
and will be
disqualified .
Transcripts/Diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the
US equivalent
to be considered. Click on US equivalent for a list of agencies that provide this service. RUSD will only accept evaluations from the agencies listed within the document. If you need assistance with your application, please contact Crystal Vahimarae at cvahimarae
@rowlandschools.org
or call 626 854-8388.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS : Positions in a specialized language classification require individuals who can speak and read (bilingual) or speak, read and write (bilingual/biliterate) a second language as specified. A valid First Aid Certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate and a Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate is required for all positions. Successful completion of up to 12 hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training is required during the probationary period. WORK ENVIRONMENT : Employees in this classification work both inside and outside, may be exposed to wetness, urine, feces, strong odors, airborne pathogens and germs, and have direct contact with students and the public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees in this classification stand, walk, repetitively use fingers, use both hands simultaneously, stoop/bend, reach overhead, have rapid mental and/or muscular coordination, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. or over 50 lbs. with assistance, push/pull students of varying weights in wheelchairs, speak clearly, and hear normal voice conversation.
EXAMINATION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION The examination may consist of the following:
Assessment (if candidate does not have 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework ) Structured Interview Bilingual evaluation (Ability to speak and read in Spanish) Biliterate evaluation (Ability to read/write in Spanish)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION LOCATIONS TO OBTAIN YOUR FIRST AID / CPR CARDS
This position requires a valid
First Aid Certificate , comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate AND a
Child and Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.
Please be sure you select the correct option or sign up for both courses.
OPTION 1: A-B-CPR-Online Training OPTION 2: NATIONAL CPR FOUNDATION OPTION 3: AMERICAN RED CROSS OPTION 4: AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION PROOF OF EDUCATION: If you received your education outside of the United States, you
MUST
have your degree/transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following:
RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire.
APPOINTMENT Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview.
The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months . All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.
In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.
PROCESSING FEE: New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.
VETERANS CREDIT For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the
eligible is first employed
by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire. VACATION Employees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.
HOLIDAYS For twelve month employees, fifteen(15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.
SICK LEAVE One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.
HEALTH INSURANCE Employees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Click below to view the benefits summary: If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.
EDUCATIONAL STIPEND Beginning the 2022-23 school year, all permanent employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.
Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.
Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend. Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipend RETIREMENT Employees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
PEPRA Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS) Classic Member
- Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
: New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. 01
This supplemental application is part of the selection process and should be considered an exam. Should there be a very large amount of qualified applicants, the answers to these questions will serve as a test part and you will be evaluated solely on the completeness and thoroughness of your answers as they pertain to the minimum qualifications and the duties of the Instructional Assistant II. The supplemental questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to the position of Instructional Assistant II. Your answers to the following questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Please note: if you do not have experience in a given area, type "none." Please do not write "please refer to my resume/application" as these answers will be considered incomplete and you will not be given any credit. *Experience referenced in the supplemental questions MUST be reflected in your application. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses as thoroughly and accurately as possible. Please note that falsifying information on this application may be grounds for dismissal if you are hired. I have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
Please identify your highest level of education.
No high school diploma High school or equivalent (e.g. GED) Some college coursework Associate's degree Bachelor's degree or higher
03
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires all paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance to possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with one of the following:1. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework.2. An Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.3. Pass an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing and mathematics.Please select the option below that best describes how you meet this requirement:
I have 48 semester/72 quarter units of college level coursework I have an Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university I will need to take the Rowland assessment test that demonstrates my ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing, and mathematics
04
The experience requirement for the position of Instructional Assistant II is "Six months of experience working with students or school-age children in a school, health services, or other structured environment." Please list any experience working with students or school aged children you may have below. Be sure to indicate any specific experience you may have with working with special needs children and working in a classroom or related setting. Please list your employer(s), the title(s) of your position(s), the duties you performed, and the dates of employment for each job in which you gained this experience.Experience listed below must also be in your application to be considered. 05
Are you willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted or over 50 lbs. with assistance?
Yes No
06
Are you willing and able to clean up bodily fluids (i.e. vomit, blood, urine, saliva, mucus)?
Yes No
07
Are you willing and able to assist a child and/or adult with bathroom needs including wiping student and changing diapers?
Yes No
08
Are you wiling and able to work with children/adults who are severely orthographically impaired and have a physical disability that slows down or prevents normal physical and motor development thereby interfering with skill development?
Yes No
09
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who have health problems with may include heart conditions, chronic lung disease, tuberculosis, rheumatic fever, nephritis, asthma, sickle cell anemia, hemophilia, epilepsy, lead poisoning, leukemia, diabetes, genetic impairments, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or other illness?
Yes No
10
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who have autism which is a developmental disability that affects how a child processes and responds to information, which may result in limited ability to understand, communicate, learn, and participate in social relationships?
Yes No
11
Are you willing to work with student/adults who are intellectually disabled and may have difficulties adapting to everyday life?
Yes No
12
Are you willing and able to work with children/adults who are SED (seriously emotionally disturbed) and typically display a constant pattern of deliberate refusal to meet even minimum standards of behavior?
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I am interested in being tested for a bilingual (Mandarin) position. (SPEAKING)
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I am interested in being tested for a bi-literate (Mandarin) position. (READING/WRITING)
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Are you interested in working as a substitute employee?
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I have uploaded a valid and current CHILD and ADULT Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR). (Required for the application to be considered complete)
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I have uploaded a valid and current basic/standard first aid certificate, comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
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I have uploaded my transcripts and diplomas. (Required for the application to be considered complete)
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If successful with the bilingual Mandarin portion of the exam, I would be willing to accept the following position:IA II - Bilingual (Mandarin) at Hollingworth Elementary7 hours a day/ 5 days a week/ 9.5 months a year
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If successful with the bilingual/biliterate Mandarin portion of the exam, I would be willing to accept the following position:Instructional Assistant II - Bilingual/Biliterate Mandarin at Rowland High School5.5 hours a day, 5 days a week, 9.5 months a year
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"I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully."
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CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDER I understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was or what state it was in,
IT WILL SHOW UP . Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above. Selecting "NO" will not absolve you from reporting your conviction properly. This question is intended to be a courtesy reminder for you to report convictions. Failure to disclose reportable convictions WILL cost you a job offer if you are selected for hire.
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Required Question