Salary: $18.26 - $22.19 Hourly
Location : Simi Institute for Careers & Education, Simi Valley, CA
Job Type: Part-Time Perm
Job Number: 26-4006-1
Department: Simi Institute For Careers & Education.
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 7/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
PURPOSE
PURPOSE: To establish a list of eligible candidates for current and future part-time vacancies, valid for up to one year. The immediate vacancy is a 10-month, part-time position at Simi Institute for Careers & Education in Simi Valley, California: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and also Monday through Friday 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Completed applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. one week prior to the test date. Late applications and/or certificates will not be accepted.
TESTING PROCESS:
A)
Multiple Choice Test = 40% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of August 3, 2026
B)
Structured Interview = 60% weighting on final score
Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of August 10, 2026
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are
not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Purpose Statement
Under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor, provides instructional, tutorial, technical and clerical assistance in classrooms, and laboratories to students in a Medical Assistant program at the Simi Institute for Careers & Education.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Adult Education Instructional Assistant specializes in classroom, workshop, and walk-in instructional support for adult students. The focus is toward working one-on-one with students in a lab or other environment where the emphasis is on tutorial assistance, completing assignments, setting up learning stations, issuing materials and/or tools, and providing related clerical support. Assistants implement learning exercises, administer and score tests, and conduct demonstrations and simulations that support instruction in a class setting. Incumbents assigned to the Medical Assistant program will demonstrate competency in assisting students develop and increase communication skills and learn various medical skills and techniques in preparation for certification testing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions
- Tutors and instructs students in small group and individual settings within a classroom or laboratory environment to develop an increase in medical and language skills.
- Provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction as well as orienting students to the laboratory or workshop.
- Assists with presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises.
- Assists in conducting lessons and other classroom activities such as lab projects, small group exercises, and independent study. Reinforces learning experiences for students.
- Assists instructors in the classroom/laboratory concurrently with lecture or discussion.
- May assist instructors in maintaining inventory and setting up lab equipment.
- Provides assistance to students with the correct pronunciation and understanding of technical progress.
- Reads and maintains up-to-date familiarity with materials used in the medical lab.
- May proctor tests in the absence of the instructor.
- Cleans equipment and work areas. Handles and disposes of harmful or hazardous materials according to specific instructions relating to their disposal.
- Maintains records of classroom, laboratory and equipment/supply room activity, including preparation of forms, inputting data or otherwise retaining information on the condition, maintenance, and distribution of equipment, materials, supplies, and manuals.
- Serves as a liaison between the ESL students and instructors.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year as a Medical Assistant
OR
Certificate of completion from a vocational school or college Medical Assistant in California, or higher levels of medical professional education and experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of:
- Basic nursing concepts and procedures
- Skills used in the medical field
- Basic math
- Operation of assigned office and instructional equipment
- Technical aspects of the field of specialty
- Vital signs
- Diagnostic testing
- Therapeutic interventions
- Medical insurance concepts
- HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, Department of Health and Human Services language
- Medical terminology
- Recording patient history and personal information
- Patient examination procedures
- Patient scheduling
- Medical records
- Confidentiality rules and policies
Ability to:
- Provide direct support and tutoring to adult students of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and skill levels.
- Perform clerical duties such as filing, maintaining records, and inputting data.
- Speak clearly and distinctly
- Operate office equipment such as a computer terminal, copier, and instructional equipment related to the program.
- Instruct students in the proper use of equipment
- Proctor tests
- Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
- Understand and follow verbal and written directions
- Organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively
- Maintain confidentiality of student and school information
Physical Abilities:
- Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time
- Lifting equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Visual acuity to accurately operate and apply medical equipment, read small incremental instrumentation, and read technical and safety information
- Hearing and speaking to communicate with students and staff
Working Environment
Work is performed in an indoor environment where safety considerations exist from physical labor and hazardous materials.
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) may request accommodation if needed. In order for appropriate arrangements to be made for testing, your request must be received at the time your application is submitted. If special arrangements are not requested at the time the application is submitted, it is understood that no special accommodations are required. Documentation on the need for accommodation must accompany your request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Simi Valley Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all applicants for employment. The application, examination, and selection process shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics
Salary: Five step salary range that provides annual increases of approximately five percent until the fifth step is reached. New hire initial step placement (normally up to Step 3) based on qualifying education and experience as outlined in Merit System Rule 7.20.1. An employee who is promoted to a higher class shall be placed on the step of the new salary range that is at least five percent above the current rate, excluding any differential pay.
Vacation: Earned based on assigned hours. Increased vacation allowance based on years of service with the district. Confidential employees receive an additional 3 days vacation allotment, up to a maximum of 22 days. Management employees receive 22 days of vacation (based on 12-month assignment).
Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of one day (based on the number of assigned hours) per month, and is accumulative from year to year.
Holidays: Fourteen paid holidays per year (based on 12-month assignment).
Insurance and Credit Union: The District offers a competitive Health and Welfare plan for employees and dependents, based upon the number of hours worked; employees who are placed in a regular assignment of 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits. The Ventura Schools Federal Credit Union offers a variety of services.
Retirement: Employees are covered by Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Social Security and Medicare. Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Click to visit website.
01
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Associate degree
- High school diploma or GED
- None of the above
02
Do you have one year of experience as a Medical Assistant, a certificate of completion from a vocational school or college for Medical Assisting in California, or a higher level of medical education and experience?
Required Question