Paraeducator Careers

Become an SFUSD paraeducator

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At SFUSD, we offer engaging and challenging programs, caring and committed staff, strong and visible leaders, and differentiated instruction to meet each child’s needs. Our paraeducators are the instructional aides, student & family resource personnel, security aides, and other staffing personnel who are integral parts of the district’s effort to ensure that every student who enrolls in our schools graduate ready for college, career, and life. We review paraeducator applications on an ongoing basis, and will contact you if your skills and experience are a match for any open position.

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Eligibility information for getting hired as a paraeducator

The following are minimum requirements* for eligibility: 

K-12 Special Education Instructional Aide or Substitute:

  • High school diploma or equivalent AND passed District Instructional Aide Exam; OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent AND passed CBEST; OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent AND 48 college units (official transcripts required); OR
  • Associate's degree or higher

Child Development Program Instructional Aide or Substitute: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent AND completion of 6 semester units of Early Childhood Education 

Security Aide:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Noon Monitor: 

  • At least 18 years old

*Roles not listed above will have position-specific minimum requirements.

Get in touch

Contact for paraeducator vacancies:

eis.sfusd.edu

Interested in applying? See our current jobs:

Current Paraeducator Opportunities

This page was last updated on May 15, 2025