Instructional Assistant - Special Services Program

Instructional Assistant – Special Services Program

El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE) invites you to apply for the Instructional Assistant – Special Services Program for the  academic year.

• Final date to receive applications: Continuous
• Date Posted: 1/5/2026
• Contact: Taylor Gautschi –
• Number of Openings: 25
• Salary: $20.55 – $25.46 per hour
• Additional Salary Info: EDCOE pays $600/month toward medical (pro‑rated for part‑time); no cost dental, life insurance, EAP, long‑term disability; vision $4.87/month;
  CalPERS retirement.
• Length of Work Year: 5 days per week, 10 months per year, hours may vary
• Employment Type: Part‑time
• Mandatory Testing: Multiple choice test emailed to applicants during screening.

About the

Employer:

EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost‑effective centralized services in a safe, successful educational environment for all children.

Job Summary:

• Assist in supervising classroom, playground, and community activities of students with disabilities and Juvenile Hall students.
• Present instructional material under teacher’s direction to individual students or small groups.
• Relieve teacher of routine clerical duties.

Requirements /

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  
  Successful interaction with children in a classroom or other structured setting, preferably with students with disabilities.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent plus two years of college (48 units), or an A.A. degree (or higher), or pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting with instruction. All applicants must pass testing to be placed on an eligibility list.

Attachments required with your application:

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (current, within last 2 years)
• Resume

We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at . For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information.