Hybrid Instructional Assistant EL (Bilingual-Spanish)- To Fill Current Vacancies And To Create Eligibility List at Moreno Valley Unified School District

The Moreno Valley Unified School District’s goal is "Excellence on Purpose." In order to achieve this goal, the Human Resources Division works toward building a foundation of employee excellence through a diverse and dedicated work force.

*COPIES OF DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE LEGIBLE. ** The Instructional Assistant EL Test is a two part exam; the Instructional Assistant portion, and the English Learner (bilingual) portion. Testing for the Instructional Assistant portion is REQUIRED unless a copy of college transcripts (unofficial are accepted), showing the DATE that an associates, bachelors, or masters degree was awarded and is uploaded WITH your EDJOIN application or if you provide proof of a previous passing test score for the Instructional Assistant test with MVUSD. Please keep in mind that you will be required to take the bilingual portion of the exam even if you provide the before-mentioned transcripts to bypass the Instructional Assistant exam.

Definition Under general supervision, to assist teachers in the instruction of students individually or in groups in an English Language acquisition program; to assist the teacher in routine clerical duties; and to do related work as may be required. Positions in this class are distinguished form other Instructional Assistant classes by assignment to assist teacher where the ability to speak, read, tutor, and assist in the instruction of English Learners in the primary and English languages as necessary to attain the goals and objectives of the program. Examples of Duties Tutor children, reinforces or follow-up on the teacher's lessons by reading or telling stories, listening to children read, leading discussions, playing games with children, demonstrating arts and crafts projects, assisting children in using audiovisual equipment and helping children find reference materials. Assists teachers in the preparation of English Language instructional materials, may assist in the proctoring and in scoring of tests; ay assist in the evaluation of the instruction and the students' progress and problems. Individual helps maintain a supportive learning environment. May follow teacher's lessons plans, assist teachers in preparation of plans or develop own plans based on teachers' direction and explanation of the students' needs; assists in developing and preparing English Language teaching aids; prepares and maintains inventories of materials and equipment used in teaching; performs classroom preparation tasks such as scoring tests and charting students progress, keeping records reflecting attendance and grades, typing and duplicating materials; straightens and organizes classroom or learning facility. May accompany students on field trips; attends in-service training sessions; maintains discipline and monitors room in absence of teacher. Provides translation and interpretation of Spanish or another non-English language in a variety of forms; respects confidential nature of pupil records and school reports. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Basic methods used in tutoring; general needs and behaviors of children; correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Ability to: Project a mature, constructive, stable, and healthy attitude in a learning environment; speak, read, and effectively communicate in Spanish or another non-English language and in English; understand and apply rules, regulations, procedures, and policies; establish and maintain effective communications and relationships with students, parents, and staff; ability to make standard arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately; keep records, and perform routine classroom preparation tasks; typing may be required. Education and Experience Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. The District offers a written exam that meets the NCLB Act requirement. Experience: Prior experience working with children with limited English desirable.

Required Documents: 1. Copy of high school diploma/GED certificate, or equivalent. (PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE ATTACHED TO EDJOIN APPLICATION) 2. One current hand-signed letter of recommendation (dated within the last 12 months). Must be handwritten (no electronic signatures). ***If you currently have a passing IA EL test score on file with MVUSD, you must submit proof of a passing score as an attachment to your application prior to the date the posting closes. Submissions via email will not be accepted. No exceptions.

Prior to employment, all applicants are subject to a fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ) and a fee for processing. Authorization of employment will not be granted until the fingerprint clearance from DOJ has been accepted.