INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - GENERAL EDUCATION / BILINGUAL / SPECIAL EDUCATION

Make a Difference in the School Day! Bellflower Unified School District is looking for Instructional Assistantsto support students and classrooms.No teaching credential is required. ### How to Apply Interested applicants are encouraged to view the complete job announcement and submit an applicationthrough the Bellflower Unified School District employment portal:Apply Online ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ### Open Positions May Include - Instructional Assistant - General Education: Help students succeed in the classroom by reinforcing lessons, supporting small-group activities, preparing instructional materials, and assisting teachers with daily classroom routines. - Instructional Assistant - Bilingual: Support English learners by assisting with classroom instruction, translating written and oral information, interpreting for students and families, and helping students build confidence in their learning. - Instructional Assistant - Special Education: Help students with disabilities feel supported, included, and successful by assisting with individualized instruction, classroom activities, behavior support, personal care needs, and daily school routines. ### What's In It for You? --------------- ------------------------------------------------------------ Salary Competitive hourly pay with annual step increases Schedule Part-time; typically under 20 hours per week Work Year School-year calendar; summers off Location School sites throughout Bellflower Unified School District Benefits Paid sick leave, holidays, and personal days --------------- ------------------------------------------------------------ ### ### Examples of Duties - Support student learning: Work with individual students or small groups to review lessons, practice skills, complete assignments, and stay engaged in classroom activities. - Assist the teacher: Help prepare materials, set up work areas, support lesson activities, organize assignments, and keep the classroom running smoothly. - Help keep students safe and supported: Monitor students in the classroom, on the playground, during activities, and in other school settings. - Encourage positive behavior and participation: Help students follow classroom expectations, participate in activities, build confidence, and feel comfortable learning and expressing themselves. - Support different student needs: Depending on the assignment, you may assist students with language support, special education services, personal care, mobility, behavior plans, or classroom accommodations. ### Minimum Qualifications We're looking for people who have: - High school diploma or equivalent - A positive attitude and interest in working with students - Reliable and professional work habits Plus ONE of the following: - 48 college semester units - Associate's degree or higher - Successful completion of the District's reading, writing, and mathematics assessment **No teaching experience is required.**Training will be provided. ### Work Environment - Classroom, campus, playground, and other school activity settings - Assignments may vary based on student and program needs ### Physical Demands All Instructional Assistant assignments may require: - Sitting or standing for extended periods of time - Bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to assist students - Using hands and fingers to operate classroom and office equipment - Seeing to read materials and monitor student activities - Hearing and speaking to exchange information - Lifting light objects Special Education assignments may also require: - Assisting with lifting or moving students, including students who may weigh more than 50 pounds - Using a multi person lift or mechanical lifting equipment, as needed - Assisting with wheelchair support, mobility, toileting, feeding, diapering, and other personal care needs - Providing close supervision in settings where students may display self-injurious or unsafe behaviors ### How to Apply To be considered for employment, submit an application through theBellflower Unified School District employment portal: View Job Announcement and Apply Online