Program Assistant I Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $19.74 - $24.08 Hourly
Location : Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type: Regular Part-time
Job Number: D-26/27-10
Department: Personnel / Default
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
ASSIGNMENT
POSITION:
There are currently several positions available. Most positions in this class work five and a half (5.5) hours per day, five (5) days per week, nine and a half (9.5) months a year. Eligibility lists are being established in all classifications to fill current and future vacancies and hire substitutes for the next six months.
*SETTING:
Some positions in this classification support the Physical Education classes which take place primarily OUTDOORS. Incumbents will be exposed to the elements such as seasonal heat and cold on a consistent basis and will report to a different work site on a daily basis.
Some positions in this classification support Transitional Kindergarten (TK) students and are required to assist TK students with their toileting needs.
If you wish to be considered for the BILINGUAL and/or BILITERATE positions, please indicate that in the supplemental questions you will be asked at the end of the application process. You will be tested for your ability to speak, read and write in the second language as part of the testing process.
The hourly salary for the job classifications are as follows:

• Instructional Assistant I - $19.74 - $24.08
• Instructional Assistant I - Bilingual (Spanish) - $20.25 - $24.64
• Instructional Assistant I - Bilingual/Biliterate (Spanish) - $20.72 - $25.27

FILING PERIOD:
Applications for this position will be accepted online only until enough qualified applications are received
*Applicants will be sent notifications via e-mail only*
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, reinforces teacher's lesson plans working with students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis; provides classroom support activities; maintains student discipline; scores tests using key and records data; and performs other related duties as required. Positions in the specialized language classes require incumbents to assist non and limited English-speaking students in their primary language.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Incumbents receive direction and supervision from a teacher and are normally assigned to the elementary level but may be assigned up to secondary or adult education classes. While the majority of assistants are assigned to one classroom, an assistant may work in multiple classrooms, grade levels and curriculum. Teachers are readily available, provide lesson plans and may discuss daily classroom activities with assistant. Student motivation and disciplinary techniques (e.g., oral reprimands/reinforcements, stickers, placing names on chalkboards) may be utilized by assistants without supervisory direction for the purpose of maintaining a controlled, structured classroom environment. Students in the classes may range from low achievers to gifted and may include students with learning disabilities and limited or non-English speaking proficiencies. Errors may impact the educational program and create poor public relations.
An Instructional Assistant I is distinguished from the class of Instructional Assistant II in that the latter's assignment consists of at least a majority of the following duties; operates under a master teacher concept; interprets point systems and uses independent judgment to deduct points from students' earned scores for poor behavior; issues student referrals; works in specialized educational programs such as Special Education, Opportunity Classes, ESL, Alternative Learning Programs and Vocational Training; works with students who are low achievers, limited/non-English speakers or who have physical handicaps, learning disabilities or significant behavioral problems; uses a variety of motivation or disciplinary techniques including concerted individual approaches and understanding to student problems; independently adjusts pace or approach of instructional materials; works with multiple learning systems; spends the great majority of time working with students; curriculum consists of multiple grade levels; demands greater patience due to slow learners or behavioral problems; may be subject to greater physical and verbal abuse; and errors/poor judgment may not only impact the educational program and public image, but potentially result in significant student confrontations.
Classified Salary Schedule (click on the links to view the entire job description)
Instructional Assistant I - Bilingual (Spanish) - Range 15.5 -->
Instructional Assistant I - Bilingual/Biliterate (Spanish) - Range 16 -->
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
EDUCATION:
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires all paraprofessionals who provide instructional assistance to possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with one of the following:

1. A minimum of 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework.
2. An Associate or higher degree from an accredited college or university.
3. Pass an assessment administered by the Rowland Unified Personnel Commission that demonstrates knowledge of the ability to assist in teaching, reading, writing and mathematics.

EXPERIENCE: Six months of experience working with students or school-aged children in a school or structured setting is required.
Applicants must provide a copy of the following at the time of application:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; OR
• College transcripts on letterhead/watermarked paper or Diploma if you completed your AA/BA/MA* (if applicable)

*Transcripts or diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the US equivalent to be considered. Click on "US equivalent" for a list of agencies that provide this service. RUSD will only accept evaluations from the agencies listed within the document.
You may upload your documents to your application or email them to cvahimarae@rowlandschools.org. Applications without supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified.
If you need assistance with your application, please contact Crystal Vahimarae at cvahimarae@rowlandschools.org or call 626 854-8388.
LANGUAGE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
Positions in the specialized language classes require individuals who can speak and read (bilingual) or speak, read and write (bilingual/biliterate) a second language as specified.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Employees in this classification may stand for extended periods of time, walk, sit, stoop/bend, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 25 lbs., use fingers repetitively, simultaneously use both arms, legs, and hands; reach overhead; hear normal voice conversation; speak clearly; have depth perception and color vision, distinguish shades, see small details and long distances, and use a computer and telephone.
ENVIRONMENT: Employees in this classification may work indoors and outdoors; in seasonal heat and cold, in direct contact with the public, students, and District personnel, and in the absence of direct supervision.
EXAMINATION
EXAMINATION - OPEN / PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION:
The examination for the position may consist of the following:

• Assessment (if candidate does not have 48 semester or 72 quarter units of college coursework)
• Structured Interview
• Bilingual evaluation (Ability to speak in Spanish)
• Biliterate evaluation (Ability to read/write in Spanish)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PROOF OF EDUCATION:
If you received your education outside of the United States, you MUST have your degree/transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following: RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire
APPOINTMENT
Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview. The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months. All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.
In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.
PROCESSING FEE:
New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.
VETERANS CREDIT
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire.
VACATION
Employees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.
HOLIDAYS
For twelve month employees, fifteen (15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.
SICK LEAVE
One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.
HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection.
The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Click below to view the benefits summary:
If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.
EDUCATIONAL STIPEND
Beginning the 2022-23 school year, all permanent employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend.
Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department.

• Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend.
• Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipend

RETIREMENT
Employees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• PEPRA Member - Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS)
• Classic Member - Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013

You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking
ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT:
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step pla