Instructional Assistant (Bilingual Preferred) na Savanna School District

ONLY THE FIRST 40 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. CLOSING DATE WILL BE REVISED BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. The top ten (10) applicants scoring at the 70% level or higher on the written examination will be eligible for the oral portion of the examination. In case there are fewer than three (3) applicants at the 70% level, the three (3) candidates with the highest scores, but no score lower than 50% may be eligible for the oral portion of the examination. Eligibility list will be established for six months. ALL APPLICANTS MUST PRESENT A PHOTO IDENTIFICATION (DRIVER'S LICENSE OR WORK I.D.) WHEN REPORTING FOR THE WRITTEN TEST. SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Applicants must print and bring a copy of the confirmation email received upon applying to the examination. Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Valid California Driver's License and personal means of transportation between sites required.

SAVANNA SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the building Principal and in cooperation with the school staff, assists in the educational program of students, serves as an assistant to teachers in the supervision and instruction of children and in routine clerical and non-instructional duties, and does other work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Under supervision, provides individual or small group learning, and reinforces instruction provided by teacher. May assist in: • Preparing teaching aids as directed • Aiding in developing and maintaining classroom environment • Preparing interest and learning centers • Assisting in supervision of students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, library work, field trips • Providing positive reinforcement and general guidance • Recording evaluation of pupil work • Operating technological equipment, including computers • Distributing and collecting papers and supplies • Performing routine typing tasks • Performing routine tasks in libraries • Operating office equipment related to instruction • Taking attendance and maintaining supply and equipment inventories QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of the general needs and behavior of children. Use of correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and an understanding of basic mathematic operations. Completion of an accredited Instructional Assistant course at a community college or equivalent experience is preferred. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS: Establish and maintain effective relationships with students and adults. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Knowledge of foreign language when appropriate. LICENSE & CERTIFICATES: A recent TB skin test examination with negative results.

All applicants will be required to take a written exam to show knowledge of, and ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. The written exam will be held on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 at 8:30 am. Information on specific time and location for the written exam will be sent in a separate email confirming receipt of application. A recent TB Skin Test exam with negative report required upon hiring. Completion of 4 years high school, knowledge of the general needs and behavior of children, use of correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and an understanding of basic mathematics operations. Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish as well as completion of an accredited Instructional Assistant course at a community college or equivalent experience is preferred.

(3 hrs per day/ 5 days a week)

While some positions may be assigned to classrooms, others could be assigned to assist in the school office, the school library, or to serve as a food service cashier; computer skills are useful in these positions. This posting is for part-time Instructional Assistant positions (up to 3 hours daily during regular school hours; specific hours of position to be determined based on site-level needs). Some positions may be limited term. ONLY THE FIRST 40 APPLICANTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. CLOSING DATE WILL BE REVISED BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED.