Employment Opportunities - Classified

12 Months, 11 Months, and 10 Months per Year

All positions are open until filled unless a deadline is noted.

All classified positions require completion of a District application, including a copy of applicant’s high school diploma or equivalent, and appropriate testing.

TESTING INFORMATION

• Most positions require testing.  Passing score is 70%.  At the end of each job description you will find the testing requirement for the position. Verification of high school diploma or GED or Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Testing is by appointment ONLY.  A district application (and typing certificate, if applicable) must be submitted before an appointment can be scheduled for testing.

• Complete job descriptions are available at any job site or in the Human Resources Department.
• Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

Classified employees are represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA) and may be eligible to participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

12 MONTH OPENINGS 

GROUNDSKEEPER

Salary Range 46 (Entry Level $21.35/hr, moves after 1 year to Sr. Groundskeeper  Range 47)

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day 7:30 – 4:00(Maintenance & Operations)  Start Date: 10/7/2019 

Definition

Under supervision, to perform varied landscape, irrigation and hardscape maintenance and construction work; to operate powered grounds equipment, such as edgers, push mowers, small riding mowers, trucks, and trailers; to learn to operate large gang mowers, tractors and tractor attachments, and to perform related work as required.

• **Groundskeeper Test

PARA-EDUCATOR I – PRESCHOOL

Salary Range 35 (Entry Level $16.33/hr)

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day (Turnbull)

Definition

Under general supervision, to assist teacher in planning, supervision, curriculum development and classroom arrangement, organization and maintenance; to provide instructional support and learning enrichment, using developmentally appropriate practices and material; to monitor child safety, perform housekeeping functions and assist in the physical care and feeding of children; and to perform related work as required. 

• **CPR and First Aid required. 
• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

RECEPTIONIST / OFFICE ASSISTANT

Salary Range 42 (Entry Level $19.35/hr)

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day, 8am-5pm (District Office)

Definition

Under supervision, to serve as the primary personal and telephone receptionist for the District office; to receive and connect telephone calls, take messages, direct visitors and provide information to callers and visitors; to perform varied clerical work of average difficulty; and to perform related work as required.

• **Typing certificate of 45wpm+ with application
• **Clerical test required

11 MONTH OPENINGS

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10 MONTH OPENINGS

FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT - Elementary school

Salary Range 35 (Entry Level $16.33/hr)

• 1 position - 3 hrs/day (Fiesta Gardens); M-F 10:30-1:30 

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, to learn and perform skilled food production work in the central kitchen to prepare and package food for distribution to satellite kitchens; to learn and perform skilled work in a satellite kitchen to heat food, set up serving areas, serve and sell food; to clean kitchen utensils, equipment and work surfaces; and do other related work as required.

• **Food Services Test Required

MONTESSORI PERMIT TEACHER-PRESCHOOL

Salary Range 57-58 (Entry Level $28.11/hr - $28.82/hr) 

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day (North Shoreview Montessori Preschool) 

Definition

Under general supervision, to plan and implement high quality Montessori learning and enrichment experiences for preschool children; to implement a Montessori preschool curriculum; to establish and maintain a Montessori classroom environment and culture; to provide for the physical care and safety of children; to observe and assess all students; to maintain official documents and records; to interpret Montessori philosophy to parents and the community; to communicate with parents on a day-to-day basis and

at parent-teacher conferences; to participate in professional development activities; and

to perform related work as assigned.

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required
• **Possession of Montessori Primary Certificate
• **Possession of valid Children’s Center Permit issued by the State of California; or possession of a current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) Permit with appropriate age level endorsement issued by CDA National Credentialing Program
• **Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certification

PARA-EDUCATOR I

Salary Range 37 (Entry Level $17.14/hr)

• 1 position - 2 hrs/day (Parkside)

Definition

Under supervision, to assist teachers in classroom operations; to assist teachers in instruction and the reinforcement of instruction of students individually and in small groups in accordance with instructions; to provide instructional record keeping support; to translate and interpret oral and written communication between parents, students and staff; to perform routine clerical duties and to perform related work as required.

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR I- BILINGUAL

Salary Range 37 (Entry Level $17.14/hr) 

• 1 position - .8 hrs/day, (Borel) M, T, Th, F, 1 hr/day *Spanish Speaking Preferred

Definition

Under supervision, to assist teachers in classroom operations; to assist teachers in instruction and the reinforcement of instruction of students individually and in small groups in accordance with instructions; to provide instructional record keeping support; to translate and interpret oral and written communication between parents, students and staff; to perform routine clerical duties and to perform related work as required.

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR I - EXTENDED DAY (CHILDREN'S ANNEX)

Salary Range 37 (Entry Level $17.14/hr) 

• 1 position - 1.5 hrs/day, (Baywood) M-F, 7-8:30 am
• 1 position - 1.5 hrs/day, (Beresford) M-F, 7-8:30 am
• 1 position - 4.4 hrs/day, (College Park) M,T,Th,F 2-6 pm,  W 12-6 pm (Mandarin Preferred)
• 1 position - 4.5 hrs/day, (Fiesta Gardens) M,T,Th 2-6 pm, W 12-6 pm, F 1:30-6 pm 
• 1 position - 4.3 hrs/day (Laurel) M,T,TH,F 2-6 pm, W 12:30-6 pm 
• 1 position – 4.4 hrs/day (LEAD) M,T,Th,F 2-6 pm, W 12-6 pm 
• 1 position - 1.5 hrs/day (Roving) M - F 7 -8:30 am
• 1 position - 4.4 hrs/day, (Roving) M,T,Th,F 2-6 pm, W 12-6 pm
• 1 position - 1.5 hrs/day, (Sunnybrae) M-F, 7-8:30 am

Definition

Under general supervision, to assist teacher in planning, supervision, curriculum development and classroom arrangement, organization and maintenance; to provide instructional support and learning enrichment, using developmentally appropriate practices and materials; to monitor child safety, perform housekeeping functions and assist in the physical care and feeding of children; and to perform related work as required.  **CPR/First Aid

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR I – PRESCHOOL

Salary Range 35 (Entry Level $16.33/hr)

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day (North Shoreview)

Definition
Under general supervision, to assist teacher in planning, supervision, curriculum development and classroom arrangement, organization and maintenance; to provide instructional support and learning enrichment, using developmentally appropriate practices and material; to monitor child safety, perform housekeeping functions and assist in the physical care and feeding of children; and to perform related work as required. 

• **CPR and First Aid required.  
• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR I – STUDENT SUPERVISION AIDE

Salary Range 35 (Entry Level $16.33/hr) 

• 3 positions - 1 hr/day (Abbott)
• 1 position - .7 hr/day (Audubon)
• 1 position - .5 hr/day (Bayside Academy)
• ***1 position - 1.5 hrs/day (Bayside Academy) 11:00-12:00, 1:00-1:30
• 2 positions - 1 hr/day (Bayside Academy)
• 1 position - 1.13 hrs/day(Baywood) M-F 7:55-8:15, M,T,Th,F 12:30-1:30
• 4 positions – 1 hr/day (Borel)
• 1 position - .4 hrs/day (Bowditch)
• 3 positions – 1 hr/day (Bowditch)
• 1 position - 1.5 hrs/day (Fiesta Gardens)

• 1 position – 1.4 hrs/day (Foster City)

• 1 position - .8 hr/day (Highlands)
• 1 position - .75 hr/day (Highlands) M - F 7:45 - 8:30 
• 1 position - 1 hr/day (Highlands) 7:45-8:00, 12:00-12:45
• 1 position - 1.13 hr/day (LEAD)  M,T,TH,F  10:05 - 10:25, 12:00 - 1:00,  W 10:05-10:25
• 1 position - .2 hr/day (Meadow Heights)
• 1 position - .8 hr/day (Meadow Heights)
• 2 position - 1.0 hrs/day (Meadow Heights) 
• 2 positions - .4 hr/day (Sunnybrae)

Definition

Under supervision, to monitor student behavior on an elementary or middle school campus; to monitor students boarding and disembarking from school buses; to monitor student behavior on the playground and in a cafeteria; to enforce school rules; and to perform related work as required.

• **CPR and First Aid may be required.
• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

 ***See Combined Positions

PARA-EDUCATOR I – TEACHER/EXTENDED DAY

Salary Range 43-46 (Entry Level $21.76-22.70/hr) 

• 1 position – 1.5 hrs/day (Brewer Island) M-F 7-8:30 am

Definition

Under general supervision, to plan and implement learning and enrichment experiences for elementary age children in an extended day and vacation program; to provide for the physical care and safety of children; to exercise lead supervision over assigned assistants; to maintain official documents and records; and to perform related work as assigned.

License Required

-Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License.

-Possession of a valid Children’s Center Permit issued by the state of California; or possession of a current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential with appropriate age level endorsement issued by CDA National Credentialing Program. 

-Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certification.

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR II – EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

Salary Range 41 (Entry Level $18.91/hr)

• 8 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Abbott) 
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Bayside Academy) 
• 4 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Borel) 
• 1 position - 6.5 hrs/day (Bowditch)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Brewer Island)
• 1 position - 6.5 hrs/day (Fiesta Gardens)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Foster City)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (George Hall)
• 1 position - 6.5 hrs/day (Highlands)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Laurel) 
• 4 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (LEAD)
• 1 position - 6.5 hrs/day (North Shoreview)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Parkside)
• 3 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (Roving)
• 2 positions - 6.5 hrs/day (San Mateo Park)
• 1 position - 6.5 hrs/day (Sunnybrae)

Definition

Under general supervision, to provide specialized instructional, behavioral, physical, and medical assistance to exceptional students with severe handicaps; to operate a specialized learning center for special needs students; to provide instructional record keeping support; to perform routine clerical duties; and to perform related work as required. Assist student in toileting and personal hygiene, change soiled clothing, and remind student to use bathroom.  CPR and First Aid required.

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

***See Combined Positions

PARA-EDUCATOR II –  LEAD TEACHER/ANNEX

Salary Range 43-46 (Entry Level $21.76/hr-$22.70/hr)

• 1 position – 8 hrs/day, M-F 7-8:30 am and 11:30 am-6 pm (Roving)

Definition

Under general supervision, to plan and implement learning and enrichment experiences

for students; to provide for the physical care and safety of children’ to exercise lead supervision over assigned extended day program teachers and assistants; to maintain official documents and records; and to perform related work as assigned.     

License required

-Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License.

-Possession of a valid Children’ Center Permit issued by the state of California; or possession of a current and valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or completion of 12 college units in recreation, physical education, elementary education for early childhood development; or a teaching credential.

-Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certification

• **Reading, Math and Writing test required

PARA-EDUCATOR II – PE

Salary Range 41 (Entry Level $ 18.91/hr) 

• 1 position - 5.06 hrs/day, (Baywood)
• 1 position - 1.7 hrs/day, (Beresford)

Definition

Under general supervision, to instruct, lead, and supervise elementary students in physical education activities; to distribute, store, and account for equipment; to perform routine clerical duties; and to perform related work as required. 

• *Reading, Math and Writing test required
• **CPR/First Aid

SENIOR FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

Salary Range 37 (Entry Level $17.14/hr) 

• 1 position – 2.5 hrs/day, (Central Kitchen) 7:30 am-10:00 am 

Definition

Under general supervision, to learn and perform skilled food production work in the central kitchen to prepare and package food for distribution to satellite kitchens; to learn and perform skilled work in a satellite kitchen to heat food, set up serving areas, serve

and sell food; to clean kitchen utensils, equipment and work surfaces; and do other related work as required.

• **Food Services Test required

SITE KITCHEN OPERATOR-ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Salary Range 39 (Entry Level $17.96/hr) 

• 1 position - 2.5 hrs/day, (Parkside) 10:15 am - 11:45 am, 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Definition

Under general supervision, oversee daily site kitchen operations for the Child Nutrition Programs at an elementary school setting.  Participate in the preparation, cooking/heating and serving of hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned elementary school site kitchen including but not limited to summer school and after school programs.  Maintain the kitchen and serving areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition; requisition, receive and store food and supplies; train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff and/or students; and to do related work as required.

• **Food Service Test required

COMBINED POSITIONS

Bayside Academy

***Para-Educator II- Exceptional Children, Salary Range 41 (Entry Level $18.45/hr)

• 1 position – 1.5 hrs/day (Bayside Academy) 10:30 am-11:00, 12:00-1:00

AND

***Para-Educator I – Student Supervision, Salary Range 35 (Entry Level $15.93/hr)

• 1 position – 1.5 hrs/day (Bayside Academy) 11:00-12:00, 1:00-1:30

The San Mateo-Foster City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is governed by a policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.