Newport Beach & Company
Instructional Assistant-Special Education #2-26
Newport Beach & Company, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Salary:
$24.15 - $29.36 Hourly Location :
Various School Sites in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa, CA Job Type:
Part-Time Job Number:
2-26 Department:
Special Education Opening Date:
07/01/2025 Closing Date:
5/29/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications
THE VACANCY:
Open Until Filled This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.
Assignments and work hours may vary dependent on student needs and are 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year. This position supports special education students with varying needs, including emotional, physical, behavioral or mental disabilities.
This recruitment will be used to fill
substitute and regular assignments .
We also have an Instructional Assistant-Behavior Intervention position that requires Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) specific training. To learn more about this position, please visit our classified jobs page.
Please apply online at
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated mild, moderate, severe, Early Childhood, Response to Intervention (RTI) special education instructional program; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom activities; assist students with developing self-help, toileting, personal hygiene, social and communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years' experience working with children in a specialized learning environment. Examination Procedures And Information THE EXAMINATION: Exam Weight Supplemental Questions:
Qualifying Written Examination:
50% Qualifications Appraisal Interview:
50% The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.
An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill substitute and regular positions during the life of the list.
Examinations and interviewing for creating the eligible list will be conducted virtually using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with an internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.
The examination process will be held on a continuous, as needed basis. Qualified applicants submitting applications after the review date will be considered in the next examination process. This means that written examinations and qualification appraisal interviews (oral exams) take place on an as needed basis, typically one time per month. You will be notified via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of the recruitment.
Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.
If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com domains to your safe senders list. Job Responsibilities
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated mild, moderate, severe, Early Childhood, Response to Intervention (RTI) special education instructional program; communicate with teachers regarding the individual needs of special education students.
Provide instructional assistance to individual or groups of special education and Response to Intervention (RTI) students in a special education or regular classroom, on campus or out in the community; assist regular education students and special education students during mainstreamed classroom activities and various other activities as directed.
Assist assigned teacher and certificated personnel with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); assist students with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individual Education Plan.
Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and copying instructional materials, scoring papers and recording grades; collect data and maintain a variety of logs; assist in keeping attendance; prepare and maintain student confidential records and files as necessary.
Assist students with developing self-help, toileting, feeding, meal preparation, personal hygiene, social and communication skills; lift, push or move students in and out of wheelchairs.
Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist in administering, proctoring, scoring tests and papers and charting student progress; modify materials and explain instructions and words.
Reinforce instruction to students with learning disabilities and language, communication and behavioral problems; redirect student behavior according to established techniques and procedures; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of special education students.
Observe and control behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating office and classroom equipment and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
Direct group activities of students as needed; assist in monitoring recesses, assemblies and playgroup activities; assist in unloading students to and from a bus or a vehicle; accompany students to other classrooms and on field trips.
Accompany students to work sites and other community sites using public transportation as directed; monitor safety of students in a variety of indoor and outdoor travel settings including educational, vocational and community based settings; teach students travel, self-advocacy, safe pedestrian skills and strategies to adapt to unfamiliar places and situations.
Maintain inventory of classroom supplies and place orders as appropriate; assist other staff with instructions and order processing.
Maintain an orderly, attractive and positive learning environment; assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures.
Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a calculator, copier, laminator, timer, token board, a computer and assigned software.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Concepts and principles of child development and behavioral characteristics. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. General school functions, policies, rules and regulations. Problems and concerns of students with special needs. Behavior management strategies and techniques utilized with students exhibiting atypical social behaviors. Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling. Child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with behavioral and/or learning disabilities. Safe practices in classroom activities. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Appropriate English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Maintaining confidentiality of student records. Basic record-keeping and data collection techniques. Operation of a variety of office and classroom equipment, a computer and assigned software.
ABILITY TO: Assist an assigned teacher with instruction and related activities in a classroom or learning environment. Perform clerical duties related to classroom activities. Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures. Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher. Understand and relate to children with special needs. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment, a computer and assigned software. Observe health and safety regulations.
WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Classroom, outdoor and special education learning environment including working with children with various mental, emotional and physical impairments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students. Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Lifting, pushing or moving children in and out of wheelchairs.
HAZARDS: Potential contact with body fluids. Potential contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
Ewing Consulting, Inc. August 2016 VACATION - HOLIDAYS - ILLNESS
Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of vacation during the first year of employment, increasing up to twenty-two (22) days beginning the 18th year of service, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month assignments. The number of paid holidays per year varies from twelve (12) to fourteen (14) days depending on the work calendar. Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of paid sick leave per year, with unlimited accumulation, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month employees.
RETIREMENT
All employees who are in the classified service and work four (4) hours per day or more are members of the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and Federal Social Security. If an employee in the classified service works less than four (4) hours per day they are members of an Alternate Retirement System (PARS) and do not contribute to Social Security. Approximately 7% is deducted from your paycheck for PERS retirement.
HEALTH & WELFARE
The District offers a comprehensive health benefits program for employees who work twenty (20) hours or more per week. This includes medical, vision, dental insurance plans and life insurance for employees. For full-time employees the District pays the employee's health, vision, dental, and life insurance premiums with an employee contribution required for some plans. For part-time employees plans are available on a prorated basis. Dependent coverage is available. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
The District encourages employees to pursue professional growth. Professional growth points shall be earned by employee participation while in non-paid status in activities which are employment related. Professional growth points are awarded annually and accumulate at $20 per approved Professional Growth Point and/or tuition and textbook reimbursement up to $500 is also available - limited to one per year. 01
Information I provide to the following supplemental questions will be reviewed as part of the application process. Questions that are not fully and completely answered will be considered grounds for disqualification from the examination process. Stating "see resume" in lieu of a complete response to these questions is not acceptable. Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.
Yes
02
I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The oral exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately preceding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology.
Yes
03
These positions can range from 3 to 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, during the school session. Will you be available to meet this work schedule?NOTE: If you cannot meet this work schedule, you may be eligible for substitute work.
Yes No
04
Are you only interested in being a substitute Instructional Assistant-Special Education at any of the district's schools?
Yes No
05
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
Yes No
06
How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have working with children requiring a specialized learning environment?
None Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-4 years 4 years or more
07
How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have observing and controlling the behavior of students in or outside of the classroom?
None Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-4 years 4 years or more
08
Have you previously taken the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) exam?
Yes No
09
If you answered YES to the question above, please select the school district where you took the NCLB exam:
Fountain Valley School District Huntington Beach City School District Huntington Beach Union High School District Newport-Mesa Unified School District Ocean View School District None of the above
10
Have you had experience with implementing basic student instructional methods and techniques?
Yes No
11
Are you familiar with standard office equipment, including the ability to keep records on a computer?
Yes No
12
The questions below are designed to indicate whether you are willing to perform the duty listed. Check YES if you are willing to perform this duty or NO if you are not. Please keep in mind that all of the duties listed are REQUIRED of the position. If you are not willing to do any one of the duties listed, you will not be considered in the recruitment process. Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.
Yes
13
Assist students with special learning, physical or emotional needs in a variety of subjects following lesson plans or specialized education plans.
Yes No
14
Individually or with the assistance of other staff members, lift and position students in and out of wheelchairs, braces and/or other orthopedic equipment.
Yes No
15
Work with student who may have extreme emotion or behavior problems.
Yes No
16
Accompany or assist in the transportation of students in off-campus activities.
Yes No
17
Oversee students with special needs during playground activities.
Yes No
18
Assist students with toileting, feeding and personal hygiene.
Yes No
19
Work where contact with bodily fluids and strong odors may occur.
Yes No
20
Which school site(s) are you willing to work at? (Select all that apply)
Adams Elementary Andersen Elementary California Elementary College Park Elementary Davis Magnet Eastbluff Elementary Harbor View Elementary Kaiser Elementary Killybrooke Elementary Lincoln Elementary Mariners Elementary Newport Coast Elementary Newport Elementary Newport Heights Elementary Paualrino Elementary Pomona Elementary Rea Elementary Sonora Elementary Victoria Elementary Whittier Elementary Wilson Elementary Woodland Elementary Ensign Intermediate TeWinkle Intermediate Back Bay High School Costa Mesa Middle/High School Newport Harbor High School Corona del Mar Middle/High School Estancia High School Substitute Only
21
Please describe your experience working with students in an educational setting. Required Question
$24.15 - $29.36 Hourly Location :
Various School Sites in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa, CA Job Type:
Part-Time Job Number:
2-26 Department:
Special Education Opening Date:
07/01/2025 Closing Date:
5/29/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications
THE VACANCY:
Open Until Filled This recruitment is open and promotional, meaning all are welcome to apply and current employees in permanent positions are eligible to receive seniority credit and promotional placement once passing all exams.
Assignments and work hours may vary dependent on student needs and are 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year. This position supports special education students with varying needs, including emotional, physical, behavioral or mental disabilities.
This recruitment will be used to fill
substitute and regular assignments .
We also have an Instructional Assistant-Behavior Intervention position that requires Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) specific training. To learn more about this position, please visit our classified jobs page.
Please apply online at
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated mild, moderate, severe, Early Childhood, Response to Intervention (RTI) special education instructional program; perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management and classroom instruction of special education students; perform a variety of clerical support duties related to classroom activities; assist students with developing self-help, toileting, personal hygiene, social and communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years' experience working with children in a specialized learning environment. Examination Procedures And Information THE EXAMINATION: Exam Weight Supplemental Questions:
Qualifying Written Examination:
50% Qualifications Appraisal Interview:
50% The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.
An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill substitute and regular positions during the life of the list.
Examinations and interviewing for creating the eligible list will be conducted virtually using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with an internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.
The examination process will be held on a continuous, as needed basis. Qualified applicants submitting applications after the review date will be considered in the next examination process. This means that written examinations and qualification appraisal interviews (oral exams) take place on an as needed basis, typically one time per month. You will be notified via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of the recruitment.
Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.
If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com domains to your safe senders list. Job Responsibilities
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Provide instructional support and assistance to teachers and students assigned to a designated mild, moderate, severe, Early Childhood, Response to Intervention (RTI) special education instructional program; communicate with teachers regarding the individual needs of special education students.
Provide instructional assistance to individual or groups of special education and Response to Intervention (RTI) students in a special education or regular classroom, on campus or out in the community; assist regular education students and special education students during mainstreamed classroom activities and various other activities as directed.
Assist assigned teacher and certificated personnel with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); assist students with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individual Education Plan.
Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and copying instructional materials, scoring papers and recording grades; collect data and maintain a variety of logs; assist in keeping attendance; prepare and maintain student confidential records and files as necessary.
Assist students with developing self-help, toileting, feeding, meal preparation, personal hygiene, social and communication skills; lift, push or move students in and out of wheelchairs.
Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist in administering, proctoring, scoring tests and papers and charting student progress; modify materials and explain instructions and words.
Reinforce instruction to students with learning disabilities and language, communication and behavioral problems; redirect student behavior according to established techniques and procedures; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of special education students.
Observe and control behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating office and classroom equipment and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
Direct group activities of students as needed; assist in monitoring recesses, assemblies and playgroup activities; assist in unloading students to and from a bus or a vehicle; accompany students to other classrooms and on field trips.
Accompany students to work sites and other community sites using public transportation as directed; monitor safety of students in a variety of indoor and outdoor travel settings including educational, vocational and community based settings; teach students travel, self-advocacy, safe pedestrian skills and strategies to adapt to unfamiliar places and situations.
Maintain inventory of classroom supplies and place orders as appropriate; assist other staff with instructions and order processing.
Maintain an orderly, attractive and positive learning environment; assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures.
Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a calculator, copier, laminator, timer, token board, a computer and assigned software.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Concepts and principles of child development and behavioral characteristics. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. General school functions, policies, rules and regulations. Problems and concerns of students with special needs. Behavior management strategies and techniques utilized with students exhibiting atypical social behaviors. Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling. Child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to students with behavioral and/or learning disabilities. Safe practices in classroom activities. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Appropriate English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Maintaining confidentiality of student records. Basic record-keeping and data collection techniques. Operation of a variety of office and classroom equipment, a computer and assigned software.
ABILITY TO: Assist an assigned teacher with instruction and related activities in a classroom or learning environment. Perform clerical duties related to classroom activities. Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures. Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher. Understand and relate to children with special needs. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment, a computer and assigned software. Observe health and safety regulations.
WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Classroom, outdoor and special education learning environment including working with children with various mental, emotional and physical impairments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students. Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Lifting, pushing or moving children in and out of wheelchairs.
HAZARDS: Potential contact with body fluids. Potential contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
Ewing Consulting, Inc. August 2016 VACATION - HOLIDAYS - ILLNESS
Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of vacation during the first year of employment, increasing up to twenty-two (22) days beginning the 18th year of service, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month assignments. The number of paid holidays per year varies from twelve (12) to fourteen (14) days depending on the work calendar. Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of paid sick leave per year, with unlimited accumulation, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month employees.
RETIREMENT
All employees who are in the classified service and work four (4) hours per day or more are members of the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and Federal Social Security. If an employee in the classified service works less than four (4) hours per day they are members of an Alternate Retirement System (PARS) and do not contribute to Social Security. Approximately 7% is deducted from your paycheck for PERS retirement.
HEALTH & WELFARE
The District offers a comprehensive health benefits program for employees who work twenty (20) hours or more per week. This includes medical, vision, dental insurance plans and life insurance for employees. For full-time employees the District pays the employee's health, vision, dental, and life insurance premiums with an employee contribution required for some plans. For part-time employees plans are available on a prorated basis. Dependent coverage is available. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
The District encourages employees to pursue professional growth. Professional growth points shall be earned by employee participation while in non-paid status in activities which are employment related. Professional growth points are awarded annually and accumulate at $20 per approved Professional Growth Point and/or tuition and textbook reimbursement up to $500 is also available - limited to one per year. 01
Information I provide to the following supplemental questions will be reviewed as part of the application process. Questions that are not fully and completely answered will be considered grounds for disqualification from the examination process. Stating "see resume" in lieu of a complete response to these questions is not acceptable. Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.
Yes
02
I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The oral exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately preceding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology.
Yes
03
These positions can range from 3 to 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, during the school session. Will you be available to meet this work schedule?NOTE: If you cannot meet this work schedule, you may be eligible for substitute work.
Yes No
04
Are you only interested in being a substitute Instructional Assistant-Special Education at any of the district's schools?
Yes No
05
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
Yes No
06
How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have working with children requiring a specialized learning environment?
None Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-4 years 4 years or more
07
How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have observing and controlling the behavior of students in or outside of the classroom?
None Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-4 years 4 years or more
08
Have you previously taken the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) exam?
Yes No
09
If you answered YES to the question above, please select the school district where you took the NCLB exam:
Fountain Valley School District Huntington Beach City School District Huntington Beach Union High School District Newport-Mesa Unified School District Ocean View School District None of the above
10
Have you had experience with implementing basic student instructional methods and techniques?
Yes No
11
Are you familiar with standard office equipment, including the ability to keep records on a computer?
Yes No
12
The questions below are designed to indicate whether you are willing to perform the duty listed. Check YES if you are willing to perform this duty or NO if you are not. Please keep in mind that all of the duties listed are REQUIRED of the position. If you are not willing to do any one of the duties listed, you will not be considered in the recruitment process. Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.
Yes
13
Assist students with special learning, physical or emotional needs in a variety of subjects following lesson plans or specialized education plans.
Yes No
14
Individually or with the assistance of other staff members, lift and position students in and out of wheelchairs, braces and/or other orthopedic equipment.
Yes No
15
Work with student who may have extreme emotion or behavior problems.
Yes No
16
Accompany or assist in the transportation of students in off-campus activities.
Yes No
17
Oversee students with special needs during playground activities.
Yes No
18
Assist students with toileting, feeding and personal hygiene.
Yes No
19
Work where contact with bodily fluids and strong odors may occur.
Yes No
20
Which school site(s) are you willing to work at? (Select all that apply)
Adams Elementary Andersen Elementary California Elementary College Park Elementary Davis Magnet Eastbluff Elementary Harbor View Elementary Kaiser Elementary Killybrooke Elementary Lincoln Elementary Mariners Elementary Newport Coast Elementary Newport Elementary Newport Heights Elementary Paualrino Elementary Pomona Elementary Rea Elementary Sonora Elementary Victoria Elementary Whittier Elementary Wilson Elementary Woodland Elementary Ensign Intermediate TeWinkle Intermediate Back Bay High School Costa Mesa Middle/High School Newport Harbor High School Corona del Mar Middle/High School Estancia High School Substitute Only
21
Please describe your experience working with students in an educational setting. Required Question