Pmc Contractor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.81 - $22.79 Hourly
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Hourly
Job Number: 25-0195
Site/Dept: District-wide
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/29/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: N/A
Description
Applications will be screened and those whose backgrounds best match the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process which may include any combination of the following: Paraeducators Multiple Choice Exam (PMC). Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director- Personnel Commission.
*The PMC can be waived with 2+ years college coursework (un/official transcripts MUST be uploaded/attached at the time the application is submitted) or any of the following items:

• Passed CBEST results or
• Have an Associate's Degree or higher or
• Have complete 2+ years of study in an institution of higher education

Candidates who possess a valid and current four-year degree AND passed the CBEST
will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification.
(You must provide a copy of your OFFICIAL SEALED transcript AND proof of passing CBEST)
Unofficial transcripts and unsealed transcripts will not be acceptable.
*PLEASE NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR Substitute/Limited Term Instructional Assistant - Gen Ed (TK & Elementary)*
**THIS POSITION DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS, AS IT IS A SUBSTITUTE/LIMITED TERM POSITION**
Placement on the limited term (substitute) list does not qualify candidates for consideration for contracted positions or placement on a contracted eligibility list. **
**The starting rate for new applicants to PUSD for this position is step one on the appropriate salary schedule, for individuals that have not previously held this position with PUSD.**
*This recruitment will establish a 6 month eligibility list to increase substitute Instructional Assistant General Education pools.*
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist students in improving their reading, writing, vocabulary, math, computer skills and other subject areas; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; tutor students in assigned subject matters.
Examples of Duties
Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and supervise student drills and assignments; assist students with reading, writing, math, computer skills and other subject areas as assigned by the position. E
Administer, monitor and score a variety of tests; rephrase materials and explain instructions as needed. E
Prepare instructional materials in accordance with grade level, lesson plans and appropriate reading collection; work with students in handwriting, phonics, letter recognition and other activities. E
Observe and control behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior. E
Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers and recording grades; prepare and maintain student records and cum files as necessary. E
Provide support to the teacher by preparing for daily activities, setting up work areas, displays and exhibits; distribute and collect paper, supplies and materials; assist with gathering materials for projects and preparing handouts, folders and classroom worksheets. E
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures. E
Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; accompany students on field trips as assigned. E
Monitor adult and student volunteers in programs including SOAR and others; recruit volunteers and train and advise volunteers as needed; record student and volunteer attendance. E
Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned; operate instructional and audio-visual equipment. E
Participate in staff meetings and in-services training programs as assigned. E
Provide work direction and guidance to volunteers as needed. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
One year experience working with children in an organized setting.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Child guidance principles and practices.
Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Basic instructional methods and techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
Operation of office machines and keyboard equipment.
ABILITY TO:
Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment.
Assist students in improving their reading, writing, vocabulary, math, computer skills and other subject areas.
Monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance.
Tutor students in assigned subject matters.
Print and write legibly.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Learn the procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
Communicate effectively with children and adults.
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Monitor and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
Operate instructional and office equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT
Classroom or other learning environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to monitor students and read a variety of materials.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
In accordance with Personnel Commission Rules and Regulations of Classified Service # 70.200.1, new employees to Poway Unified School District will be placed at Step 1 (Minimum Salary) of the official salary range designated for the position. Any variances in initial placement are addressed in, and shall be carried out in agreement with, this rule.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information, please contact the
Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer
Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services,
Poway Unified School District
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible contract employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.
Benefits include:

• Retirement - CalPERS
• Holidays - 18 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
• Vacation - Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
• Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
• Medical and Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
• Flexible Benefit Plan Options

For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at:
01
The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
02
This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with children in an organized setting. Please answer how many years you have had experience working with children in an organized setting by choosing one of the options below.

• 10 or More Years Experience
• 5 to 10 Years Experience
• 2 to 5 Years Experience
• 1 to 2 Years Experience
• Less than 1 Year Experience
• No Experience

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This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with children in an organized setting. Please describe how you have worked with children in an organized setting. (Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" will disqualify your application from further consideration in the recruitment process.)
04
Which of the following are you interested in? Check ALL that apply.

• Transitional Kindergarten
• Elementary Schools - all age groups
• Other
• 10 to 18.75 hour positions
• +20 hour positions

05
For current Poway Unified employees, please check the box if you hold any of the following positions

• Instructional Assistant
• Instructional Assistant - Special Education
• Instructional Assistant - ELL
• Program Aide ESS
• Program Aide ASES
• None of the Above

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IA Q1- Your teacher has assigned you a task that should last 45 minutes. The task only ends up taking you 20 minutes, and you have 25 minutes of remaining time. Which would NOT be a good solution to this situation?

• Refer to a list of activities that have been prepared for this situation, like iReady or reader's theater.
• Set up a math or other subject game for students to play.
• Send the students back to sit with the teacher for a new learning assignment.

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IA Q2-Which of the following are ALL traits that are entirely beneficial to working with students?

• Structured, sticks to the lesson, and focused
• Adaptable, patient, and empathetic
• Friendly, unrestrictive, and approachable

08
IA Q3- Suppose that a parent comes into the classroom when you are alone and complains in front of the class that the children are not being properly taught at your school, and they would like to file a complaint. Which is the best response to this situation?

• Let the parent know you are only an Instructional Assistant and that they should wait to speak with the teacher.
• Address the parent directly, letting them know that the teacher and this school is amazing.
• Take the parent out into the hallway to speak with them on a one-to-one basis about their specific complaints.

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IA Q4-A student seems to be losing focus on their work while being assigned to complete a math worksheet. They have 20 minutes left to complete this assignment or they will need to complete it at home. Which of the following would NOT be a good response to this situation?

• Pressure the student to finish their worksheet.
• Sit with the student to ask if they need any assistance or want to talk through the assignment.
• Let the student play a math-related game and then focus back on the worksheet in the remaining 10 minutes.

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IA Q5- Imagine you are the Instructional Assistant at an elementary school. Today, a child who is usually well-behaved is angry, defiant, and talking back to the teacher. Which of the following options is NOT an appropriate response?

• Let the student know the consequences of their actions in the moment.
• Take the student for a walk to the drinking fountain, allowing them to blow off steam.
• Have a chat with them individually to determine what is wrong.

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IA Q6-You are with a group of elementary students on the playground. Two students get into an argument over whose turn it is to use the swings. The argument turns physical. Which ORDER of solutions is most appropriate for this situation?A. Talk to each student individually to get their opinions on what happened.B. Talk ...