| Location | Lynwood, CA |
| Salary | $20.46–$25.54 Per Hour |
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT- BILINGUAL (Spanish) at Lynwood Unified School District
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Application Deadline
8/28/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/10/2026
Contact
Elva Ruiz
310 886 1611
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Pay Range
$20.46 - $25.54 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
FULL-TIME POSITION; SIX (6) HOURS PER DAY; TEN (10) MONTHS PER YEAR.
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Summary
Job Summary
UNOFFICIAL documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, OFFICIAL documents/ transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. For more information on required documents, please refer to the Initial/Minimum Qualifications.
Job Description / Essential Elements: Print
Lynwood USD
Instructional Assistant - Bilingual
CLASS CODE
LYN195
SALARY
$20.46 - $25.54 Hourly
REVISION DATE
June 21, 2023
Basic Function
The job of Instructional Assistant Bilingual is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for working with students individually or in small groups in assisting in the assessment of students English language acquisition from their native language, performing classroom clerical tasks, and serving as a resource to other school personnel requiring assistance with non-English speaking persons.
This job reports to designated administrator.
Representative Duties
Essential Functions
Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments and skills practice for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards.
Attends meetings, in-service presentations, and professional development for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents/guardians for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress.
Implements, under the supervision of the teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
Monitors individual and/or small groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, library, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Reports observations and incidents (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Scaffolds from the student s primary language to English and from English to primary language for the purpose of facilitating understanding, supporting academic instruction, and acquisition of the English language.
Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.
Translates verbal and written communication(s) and learning materials, as needed, from English to Spanish and Spanish to English for the purpose of assisting students, teachers, and parents/guardians in communicating.
Marginal Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Initial/Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Working Conditions
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: translating written documents; operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation in both English and Second Language; age appropriate activities.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups including those with limited English proficiency and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
Required TestingCertificates and LicensesPre-Employment Job-Related Proficiency TestCPR/First Aid CertificateValid Class C Driver s License & Evidence ofInsurability May be RequiredContinuing Educ. / TrainingClearancesMaintenance Certificates and/or LicensesMandated Reporter TrainingCriminal Background CheckPre-Employment Fingerprinting and TB TestingFLSA Status
Non Exempt
Requirements / Qualifications
The District reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time, without prior notice, based on District needs and the applicant pool, regardless of the posted application period. While the position may be advertised for up to 15 days, the posting may be closed earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or if hiring needs change. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from High School OR General Education Development (GED) equivalent. • ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Assessment (Written Examination), which meets a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrates, through a formal academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. • One (1) year of job-related experience. • Fluently speak, read, write, and translate information in English and a designated second language with accuracy (Spanish). • Any other combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.
Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalency to be considered. ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE CLOSING DATE. SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S) TO YOUR APPLICATION UPON SUBMISSION: 1. Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (GED), OR highest obtained education (Associate degree or above).
Requirements / Qualifications
The District reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time, without prior notice, based on District needs and the applicant pool, regardless of the posted application period. While the position may be advertised for up to 15 days, the posting may be closed earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or if hiring needs change. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Graduation from High School OR General Education Development (GED) equivalent. • ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Assessment (Written Examination), which meets a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrates, through a formal academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. • One (1) year of job-related experience. • Fluently speak, read, write, and translate information in English and a designated second language with accuracy (Spanish). • Any other combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.
Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalency to be considered. ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE CLOSING DATE. SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S) TO YOUR APPLICATION UPON SUBMISSION: 1. Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (GED), OR highest obtained education (Associate degree or above).
Comments and Other Information
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the "Initial Qualifications" section. OPTION 1: Upload and attach all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form to your application upon submission OR email them to fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made).
Comments and Other Information
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the "Initial Qualifications" section. OPTION 1: Upload and attach all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form to your application upon submission OR email them to fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made).
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