| Location | Lawndale, CA |
| Salary | $22.05–$28.11 Per Hour |
Instructional Assistant - Special Education at Lawndale Elementary School District
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Application Deadline
9/14/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/3/2026
Contact
Christian Beabes
3109731300 50063
Number of Openings
6
Salary
Pay Range
$22.05 - $28.11 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
10-months (August-June)
Employment Type
Part Time
About the Employer
At Lawndale Elementary School District, we're dedicated to building brighter futures for every student. Serving preschool through 8th grade, we are a community-driven district that values equity, student success, and meaningful connections. We focus on meeting individual student needs, raising academic achievement, and creating engaging learning environments. Through strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community, we ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. Join us and be part of a team shaping tomorrow's leaders in a supportive, collaborative, and inspiring environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Lawndale Elementary School District has multiple openings for part time and full time Special Education Instructional Assistants at various locations. We would like to establish a pool to meet staffing needs. This position is a 10-month position that accumulates one paid vacation and sick day per month of employment. LESD provides a $1,000 per year career enrichment program for employees. Please see our webpage for more detailed information regarding salary schedules, job descriptions, benefits, etc. LESD Building Brighter Futures - join us!
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Requirements / Qualifications
We currently have vacancies at our Elementary and Middle School sites. Various positions: AVAILABLE POSITIONS Kit Carson Elementary (Early Start Regionalized Program) 14hr/wk MWF 8:30AM-12:00PM Tu/Th 8:30AM-10:15AM F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School 14hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-11:30AM Th 8:30AM-10:30AM W. Rogers Middle School 14hr/wk MTWF 12:00PM-3:00PM Th 10:45AM-12:45PM B. Mitchell Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk (Effective 12/1/2026) MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM L. Smith Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM M. Twain Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM Please contact Jessica Acosta in the Special Education Department for specific position information; work hours, programs, and site location. (310) 973-1300 ext.50113, Jessica_Acosta@lawndalesd.net * Schedule and site are subject to change
Applicants must have a high school diploma (or its recognized equivalent) and pass an academic assessment test (conducted/provided by LESD). 48 Units or an Associates (or greater) degree from an accredited college/university is preferred. Some experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting is desirable.
Requirements / Qualifications
We currently have vacancies at our Elementary and Middle School sites. Various positions: AVAILABLE POSITIONS Kit Carson Elementary (Early Start Regionalized Program) 14hr/wk MWF 8:30AM-12:00PM Tu/Th 8:30AM-10:15AM F. D. Roosevelt Elementary School 14hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-11:30AM Th 8:30AM-10:30AM W. Rogers Middle School 14hr/wk MTWF 12:00PM-3:00PM Th 10:45AM-12:45PM B. Mitchell Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk (Effective 12/1/2026) MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM L. Smith Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM M. Twain Elementary School 28.5 hr/wk MTWF 8:30AM-3:00PM Th 8:30AM-1:00PM Please contact Jessica Acosta in the Special Education Department for specific position information; work hours, programs, and site location. (310) 973-1300 ext.50113, Jessica_Acosta@lawndalesd.net * Schedule and site are subject to change
Applicants must have a high school diploma (or its recognized equivalent) and pass an academic assessment test (conducted/provided by LESD). 48 Units or an Associates (or greater) degree from an accredited college/university is preferred. Some experience in working with school-age children in an organized setting is desirable.
Comments and Other Information
Required Documents (must be attached to your application to receive testing information) Current LESD Employees (excluding Substitutes): To apply please submit a reassignment request form via laserfiche, with all required documents by the closing date and time. Substitutes must apply on Edjoin. Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Required Documents (must be attached to your application to receive testing information) Current LESD Employees (excluding Substitutes): To apply please submit a reassignment request form via laserfiche, with all required documents by the closing date and time. Substitutes must apply on Edjoin. Board Policy 4030: The Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive and safe work environment where employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants are free from harassment and are assured of equal access and opportunities in accordance with law. No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
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