Substitute Paraeducator

Company: Twin Rivers Unified School District
Location: North Highlands
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Substitute Paraeducator Position Summary Assists one or more teachers with one-on-one or small group tutoring and/or in the direct care, supervision, and support of the children in a classroom setting. Maintains and prepares classroom materials, attendance records, health forms, and student files. Provides instructional assistance that reinforces learning to individuals or small groups of students. Work Year: Continuous Employee Type: Full Time and Part Time Salary: $18.77-$21.16 per hour depending on assignment (Step 1 of the Board Approved CSEA Salary Schedule for the classification) Paraeducator I- Kindergarten/Locker Room Assists one or more teachers with one-on-one or small group tutoring and/or in the direct care, supervision, and support of the children in a classroom setting. Maintains and prepares classroom materials, attendance records, health forms, and student files. Provides instructional assistance that reinforces learning to individuals or small groups of students. Paraeducator II- Mild/Moderate Provides instructional, group and individual behavior, and clerical support to teachers in special education classroom settings, assisting individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms and play field environs. Paraeducator III- Moderate/Severe (Requires CPR/First Aid & Strength Testing)* Performs specialized instructional support to individuals and groups of Special Education or Severely Handicapped students. This position applies to those who have been trained and who are integrating significant para-professional health care services or behavior interventions with instructional support. Paraeducator Independence Facilitator- Assists individuals or small groups of students ( Requires Strength Testing. Typically requires CPR/First Aid.) Provides individual behavior intervention and medical support to students in a classroom settings, assists individuals or small groups of students to enhance learning. Assists teachers with instruction and classroom management that occurs in special education and general education classrooms, lunchroom and play field environs. Education and Experience The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a competency assessment demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Completion of at least 48 college credit units may substitute for the competency assessment. Licenses and Certificates May require a valid driver’s license. Compliance with District skill/competency requirements. May require a valid First Aid/CPR card. Documents All of the following documents are required for this position: Resume (Provide clear evidence of required experience) Proof of HS Graduation (High School Diploma, High School Transcripts or Equivalent (ex. GED)) Copy of Transcript (48 college semester units OR Instructional Paraeducator Proficiency Test Certificate) * The following are additional requirements to substitute for Substitute Paraeducator III : Pass Employee Entrance Evaluation (Strength Test) CPR and First Aid Certification (current and valid) Instructional Paraeducator Proficiency Test The Paraeducator Proficiency Test is offered by appointment only through the Twin Rivers Adult Education School. Please email TRAStesting@trusd.net to schedule an appointment. Adult Education School 5703 Skvarla Avenue McClellan, CA 95652 916-566-3524 To visit the Adult Education website, click here . For test information, see our Frequently Asked Questions Important Comments Twin Rivers Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying, you should immediately contact the school site principal, and/or Chief Human Resources Official of Human Resources/Labor Relations (CCR Title 5 and Title IX Officer), Gina Carreon, at 916-566-1736. A copy of TRUSD uniform complaint or TRUSD non-discrimination policy are available upon request. I understand that any omission or falsely answered statement made by me on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ or for my discharge should I become employed with the school district.

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