Instructional Aide/Childhood Education - POOL

Here at Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), our administrators, educators, support staff, and athletic coaches are part of an award -winning team. Not only does the CVUSD boast of thriving performing arts and athletic programs, nationally recognized marching bands, and engaging parent-school partnerships, but we are home to campuses that have been honored as California Distinguished Schools, Golden Bell recipients, California Pivotal Practices awardees, National Blue Ribbon beneficiaries, Model-Continuation School, state recognized PBIS schools, and California Schools to Watch honorees. As a member of the CVUSD, you will have the privilege of supporting high achieving future leaders whose success in the classroom has earned the District recognition from state educational leaders as being a trailblazer in operating Professional Learning Communities.
We are looking for talented and committed leaders to be part of our award-winning team at Chino Valley Unified School District!

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, assists a certificated teacher in the instruction and care of young children by directing various learning and developmental activities for individuals or small groups; performs routine clerical tasks in support of the instructional program and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class are characterized by the responsibility to assist school children (infant through age twelve) in their mental, social and motor development.

Positions are distinguished from other positions in a clerical classification in that their primary responsibilities are in the realm of instructional assistance with clerical support provided to relieve the teacher of clerical detail.

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

Classified (Instructional)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Provides individual and small group learning activities to reinforce the care and instruction program defined by the teacher, activities may include reading or telling stories, organizing and playing games, leading children in singing or dancing, assisting with arts and craft projects, preparing teaching materials.

2. Assists children in language and motor development by reviewing prescribed exercises or personal care activities, such as washing, brushing teeth, speech patterns, etc.

3. Cares for personal needs of infants and children by assisting in feeding, cleaning, toilet training; maintains a neat, orderly and attractive child care environment.

4. Supervises children in site facility and on field trips, assuring adherence to safety rules; encourages appropriate social behavior through the use of positive reinforcement.

5. Confers with teacher to identify needs and evaluate progress of children; attends parent conferences and makes home visits with teacher to communicate with parents on child's development and needs; encourages and assists parents serving as classroom volunteers; attends in-service training and parent conferences as required.

6. Records and reports attendance, keeps simple records, operates duplicating and audio- visual equipment, distributes and maintains an inventory of classroom material.

7. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Good knowledge of:

- Practical methods used in instruction, caring, and controlling children (infant through age twelve).

- English usage including grammar, vocabulary and spelling.

- Simple recordkeeping and filing.

Ability to:

- Learn and apply the proper methods and procedures to be followed in a school situation;

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds;

- Perform simple clerical tasks and operate duplicating and audio-visual equipment;

- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

- Maintain confidentiality of pupil records and school reports;

- Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students.

EXPERIENCE

One year of paid, volunteer, or personal experience in the care of children.

EDUCATION

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Completion or possession of one or more of the following:

- A valid California child development assistant permit.

- An approved Home Economics and Related Occupations (HERO) or Regional Occupation Program (ROP) in child development related occupations.

- Six (6) units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) from an approved college or university.

Revised:

September 5, 2013

Requirements / Qualifications

Hours are subject to change based on the needs of the program
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS/ATTACHMENTS:
* Two (2) letters of recommendation - must be signed and dated within the last 24 months. Only wet signatures and e-signatures will be accepted; names typed out in a stylized font will not be accepted as a signature. Letters from relatives are not acceptable.
* Proof of education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Pursuant to Senate Bill No. 792, an offer of employment in this classification is contingent upon providing verification of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
One year of paid, volunteer, or personal experience in the care of children.
Pass the District Instructional Aide Test and any combination of written, oral, and performance tests which may be administered to secure the best qualified applicants.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
All application materials for each applicant will be evaluated by a screening committee. A combination of written, oral, and performance tests may be administered to secure the best qualified applicants. Those who are deemed best qualified will be scheduled for an interview.
All applications (outside and in-house) along with required attachments must be submitted online through EdJoin.org no later than 4:30:00 PM on the closing date. Paper, e-mailed, or faxed applications and required attachments will not be accepted. The two (2) letters of reference or recommendation must be signed and dated within the last 24 months. Only wet signatures and e-signatures will be accepted; names typed out in a stylized font will not be accepted as a signature. Letters from relatives are not acceptable. Applicants must complete all three (3) Professional References within the application; references from relatives are not acceptable.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID E-MAIL ADDRESS. Qualified applicants will be notified for testing and interviews via the e-mail address they provide through EDJOIN. After applying for a position, all applicants should check their e-mail daily for testing dates and status of their application. The District is not responsible for e-mails that may be delivered into an applicant's junk/spam mailbox.
Testing information will be determined after the position closes. Tests may only be taken at the time a position is applied for. Qualified applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding the date, time, and location of the test. No late arrivals will be admitted. Picture ID is required. Applicants not serving in the position for which they are applying must have passed the applicable test(s) within the last two years.

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2) letters of recommendation - must be signed and dated within the last 24 months. Only wet signatures and e-signatures will be accepted; names typed out in a stylized font will not be accepted as a signature. Letters from relatives are not acceptable.)
OR Letter(s) of Reference (Two (2) letters of recommendation - must be signed and dated within the last 24 months. Only wet signatures and e-signatures will be accepted; names typed out in a stylized font will not be accepted as a signature. Letters from relatives are not acceptable.)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.)

Comments and Other Information

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The Chino Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and employment. The District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual and discriminatory), or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in its programs, activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. (CVUSD BP 410, 1312.3, 5131.2, 5145.3, 5145.7, 5145.9).
The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Grace Park, Ed. D.
Deputy Superintendent
Title II Coordinator (Employees)
Chino Valley USD
13461 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
grace_park@chino.k12.ca.us
Antonia Hunt, Ed. D.
Coordinator, Equity, Diversity, & Support Systems
Title IX Coordinator
District Coordinator for Nondiscrimination
Equity Compliance Officer
Chino Valley USD
13461 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
(909) 628-1202, Ext. 6781
antonia_hunt@chino.k12.ca.us
Al Bennett
Coordinator, Child Welfare and Attendance
District Section 504 Coordinator
Title II Coordinator (Students)
Chino Valley USD
13461 Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710
(909) 628-1202, Ext. 6745
al_bennett@chino.k12.ca.us
Students have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights Learn more about Title IX, Student Rights Under Title IX. For more information on Title IX, visit www.chino.k12.ca.us/page/45440.