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State Preschool Special Program Aide


Job Location:

Exeter, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 18 - 25
Posted: 7 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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About the Employer

The City of Exeter has a well-known reputation as a charming community with a quaint downtown rich history and murals that people travel long distances to see. Exeter is also known for being a great place to live and raise children and the school district plays a key role in maintaining that reputation. The Exeter Unified School District is comprised of two elementary schools serving students Pre-school thru grade 5 a middle school with grades 6-8 a comprehensive high school a continuation high school a community day school and a variety of alternative education programs to meet student needs. We provide students with a high-quality education that is enhanced by a technology device for every student in every classroom access to music beginning in elementary school and a wide range of extra and co-curricular activities that leads to well-rounded graduates. Nearly all of our students pursue an education or certificate training after leaving Exeter Union High School. Our District has three main focus areas that have between 3-5 goals each. The three areas are Safety Academics and Connectedness. We strive to provide the safest place possible for our students and staff. We regularly perform safety drills routinely examine procedures and work diligently to maintain and improve all school facilities. We have rigorous academics that include Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses taught on our high school campus complemented by award-winning elective programs in Agriculture Music and Graphic Arts Media and Entertainment (GAME). The goals in the area of Connectedness include 100% of our students participating in at least one extra or co-curricular activity such as sports music academic competitions or active club membership.

Job Summary
Job Summary

Under the supervision of certificated personnel assists in the instruction and supervision of students in a preschool setting performing a variety of supportive duties.

Requirements / Qualifications

All applications for this position must be submitted online only through . All listed documents are required and must be scanned and attached to the online application. Any incomplete applications will not be considered for the vacant employees within the same classification may employees interested in a promotion should provide:3 letters of recommendation (must be signed)1 letter of intent (must be signed)

Under the supervision of certificated personnel assists in the instruction of students with special needs (i.e. special education remedial reading math etc) performing a variety of supportive School diploma AND a minimum of 6 units in Early Childhood/Child Development (12 units preferred) with a grade of C or better AND one-year experience in a child care/preschool program. Possess a recognized Child Development Permit or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain one). Must possess a current and valid California driver license. Outside applicants must provide documentation of AA degree transcripts showing 48 units from an accredited college or university or Certification of Passage of the Instructional Aide Assessment Exam (offered at Tulare County Office of Education). Required vaccinations: flu whooping cough measles and tuberculosis (TB) screening. Applicants selected for employment will be required to submit fingerprinting at their own expense.

  • Copy of Transcript (Copy of college transcript showing completion of A.A. degree)
  • Letter of Introduction (Must be signed)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters required and must be signed)
  • Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of HS diploma or HS transcripts verifying graduate date; or the equivalent)
  • Resume
Requirements / Qualifications

All applications for this position must be submitted online only through . All listed documents are required and must be scanned and attached to the online application. Any incomplete applications will not be considered for the vacant employees within the same classification may employees interested in a promotion should provide:3 letters of recommendation (must be signed)1 letter of intent (must be signed)

Under the supervision of certificated personnel assists in the instruction of students with special needs (i.e. special education remedial reading math etc) performing a variety of supportive School diploma AND a minimum of 6 units in Early Childhood/Child Development (12 units preferred) with a grade of C or better AND one-year experience in a child care/preschool program. Possess a recognized Child Development Permit or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain one). Must possess a current and valid California driver license. Outside applicants must provide documentation of AA degree transcripts showing 48 units from an accredited college or university or Certification of Passage of the Instructional Aide Assessment Exam (offered at Tulare County Office of Education). Required vaccinations: flu whooping cough measles and tuberculosis (TB) screening. Applicants selected for employment will be required to submit fingerprinting at their own expense.

  • Copy of Transcript (Copy of college transcript showing completion of A.A. degree)
  • Letter of Introduction (Must be signed)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three letters required and must be signed)
  • Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of HS diploma or HS transcripts verifying graduate date; or the equivalent)
  • Resume
Comments and Other Information
The town of Exeter is situated at the base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The area has scenic beauty a thriving business community and a population who take great pride in the towns heritage quality housing great schools and a very low incidence of crime. Exeter is located on State Highway 65 2 miles south of Highway 198 and 15 miles east of Highway 99. Exeter is within a 3 to 4 hour drive to both Los Angeles and San Francisco and 30 minutes from the entrance to Sequoia National Park. Exeters population is about 10350 and our city leaders are determined to retain our small town charm while making room for conservative growth. Exeter has a variety of antique stores specialty shops services restaurants and lodging. Exeter has a long tradition of annual events and appreciate and consider all applications but will only contact candidates who are selected for a personal Unified School District Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Unified School District does not discriminate in employment or any program on the basis of age creed sex race ethnic background marital status national origin genetic information or handicap.
Comments and Other Information

The town of Exeter is situated at the base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The area has scenic beauty a thriving business community and a population who take great pride in the towns heritage quality housing great schools and a very low incidence of crime. Exeter is located on State Highway 65 2 miles south of Highway 198 and 15 miles east of Highway 99. Exeter is within a 3 to 4 hour drive to both Los Angeles and San Francisco and 30 minutes from the entrance to Sequoia National Park. Exeters population is about 10350 and our city leaders are determined to retain our small town charm while making room for conservative growth. Exeter has a variety of antique stores specialty shops services restaurants and lodging. Exeter has a long tradition of annual events and appreciate and consider all applications but will only contact candidates who are selected for a personal Unified School District Is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Unified School District does not discriminate in employment or any program on the basis of age creed sex race ethnic background marital status national origin genetic information or handicap.

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The City of Exeter has a well-known reputation as a charming community with a quaint downtown, rich history, and murals that people travel long distances to see. Exeter is also known for being a great place to live and raise children and the school district plays a key role in mainta ... View more

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