INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT 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

$19.45 - $24.31 Per Hour

Length of Work Year

FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME POSITION: THREE (3) OR 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

CLASS CODE

LYN190

SALARY

$19.45 - $24.31 Hourly

REVISION DATE

April 17, 2023

Basic Function

The job of Instructional Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom/s with specific responsibility for working with students individually or in small groups and providing clerical support to teacher/s and staff.

This job reports to designated administrator.

Representative Duties

Essential Functions

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.

Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work as assigned for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.

Assists students, individually or in small groups, (e.g. listen to students read, help with skills practice, reinforce lessons, facilitate computer learning programs, etc.) 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 teachers for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress.

Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; providing a safe learning environment; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, bus loading/unloading, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (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.

Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting with the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.

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:

• Graduation from high school OR General Education Development (GED) equivalent.
• Some experience working with children in an organized setting.
• ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District 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.
• 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.

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: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; 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; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate activities; and use of Chromebooks.

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 job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create 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; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions.; and adapting to changing work conditions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be 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 under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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. • Some experience working with children in an organized setting. • ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District 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. • 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. • Some experience working with children in an organized setting. • ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District 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. • 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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