Substitute Teachers and Paras at McCarthy Teszler

Kelly Education: Special Education Support Professional (Aide, Paraeducator, or Substitute Teacher)

Location: McCarthy Teszler School

Reports To: Center/District/School Director, Principal, or Assigned Classroom Teacher

Employment Type: Substitute and Temporary Assignments Available

Grades/Ages Served: Early childhood (ages 0-5), Elementary, Middle, and High School

Overview:

Kelly Education is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Special Education Support Professionals. This flexible role includes work as a Substitute Aide, Paraeducator, or Substitute Teacher, providing essential support to students with special needs in inclusive and special education settings. You will work under the direct supervision of district/school employees to support the educational, physical, emotional, and social development of students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist and support supervising teachers and school administrators in providing instructional and behavioral support to students with special needs.

• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and follow existing lesson plans to foster student learning.

• Supervise students in classrooms, common areas, and during school activities as directed.

• Prepare classroom materials, perform basic clerical duties, and maintain a clean and safe learning environment—including routine sanitizing and disinfecting.

• Support personal care routines as needed (feeding, toileting, diapering, napping, etc.), strictly following training and district policy.

• Uphold all building and administrative procedures, maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and the S.A.F.E. Touch policy.

• Immediately report accidents, injuries, illnesses, or emergencies to supervising staff and Kelly Education as required.

• Respect and honor the diverse cultures within our school communities.

• Collaborate effectively with other staff, demonstrate positive relationships within the school and community, and exhibit a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and student well-being.

Qualifications:

• Meets all state and local requirements for education/experience and (if applicable) substitute teaching or paraeducator credentials.

• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to lift or assist with materials and students up to 25 pounds, per job assignment.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and establish effective working relationships with staff and students.

• Successfully complete Kelly Education and, as applicable, district-specific training.

• Demonstrates understanding and respect for diverse values and traditions in the classroom.

• Maintains strict student and staff confidentiality.

Additional Requirements:

• Adheres to all safety, professional conduct, and confidentiality standards outlined by Kelly Education and the school district.

• Must wear attire in accordance with the Kelly Standards of Professional Conduct.

• For Substitute Teacher roles: must meet teacher preparation and/or certification requirements as defined by state law and district policy.

• For Paraeducators/Aides: must have the qualifications and/or experience required for paraprofessional support duties.

Unacceptable Duties – For Your Safety and Compliance:

• No use of corporal punishment, medication administration, or physical restraint (unless specifically trained for a relevant assignment and as per district guidelines).

• No sole supervision in settings such as playgrounds, buses, or private/off-site locations.

• No responsibilities such as planning curriculum, grading, direct parent communication regarding IEP or placement, or operating potentially dangerous equipment.

• No lifting in excess of 25 pounds unless specifically allowed by the assignment and your training.

• No responsibility for bus driving, crossing guard duties, or student transportation.

• Strictly refrain from administering medical care, including feeding or breathing tubes, unless specifically trained and assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kelly Education values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Education?

Looking for meaningful work that enriches the lives of students? At Kelly Education, we connect passionate people with great jobs in schools all across the country. Whether you’re looking to work a few days a week or every day, want to work in a teaching or non-teaching role—we’ll connect you with flexible work you can feel good about. Even if you’re new to the education field, our thorough training and orientation will prepare you to be successful.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.