Substitute Mobility Aide - Gilroy - Gavilan College

Description

Salary: $23.57 Hourly
Location : Gilroy Campus
Job Type: Substitute
Job Number:
Department: AEC
Opening Date: 08/21/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: CS
Definition
Part-Time Temporary Position
Up to 24 hours per week, non-benefitted
Classified Salary Schedule, Track 10
(Currently: $23.57 per hour)
Under general supervision, to assist students with disabilities in performing exercises, and operating exercise and adaptive equipment; to transport disabled students on campus; to provide delivery services and other support for the program area; and to perform related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is a basic working level classification assisting students with disabilities in exercise/ adjunct restorative activities, and assisting in movement and transport. This classification is distinguished from Instructional Assistant by its focus on direct physical assistance.
Essential Duties
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title.

• Monitors and assists students with disabilities in various on-campus settings and activities including swimming pools, to assure their safety; notifies instructional staff or others of unsafe conditions;
• Provides assistance to students with disabilities in a variety of classroom, and physical exercise/adjunct restorative activities including swimming, stretching, aerobics, using weights and exercise machines; assists students in maintaining balance, mounting and dismounting equipment, entering water, remaining afloat, range of motion; provides special materials or services to students in classrooms;
• Transports students with disabilities to and from classes and campus bus stop using motorized tram, or pushing wheelchairs;
• Assists students in and out of wheelchairs; operates lifts;
• Reviews instructions of physicians and others, and discusses exercises with instructional staff, to verify appropriate exercises for students;
• In accordance with instructions of faculty, proctors exams and provides accommodations such as reading questions aloud, for students with special needs; terminates exams for students violating standards;
• Picks up/delivers mail, supplies and other materials, and performs related errands on campus;
• Provides limited office support such as answering phones and making appointments;
• Sets up and cleans exercise areas and equipment, and motorized trams;
• Provides back up coverage for other staff to cover breaks;
• Maintains basic records and files of work performed.

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience
Knowledge of:
Use and safe operation of assistive, mobility, exercise and adaptive equipment.
Pool safety and drowning prevention.
Basic record keeping practices.
Techniques for safe lifting and maneuvering.
Safe driving techniques for on-campus trams in pedestrian walkways.
Skill in:
Recognizing conditions which are unsafe and hazardous for individuals with disabilities.
Lifting and maneuvering individuals with disabilities safely.
Understanding and following oral and written directions.
Instructing others in the use of exercise and adaptive equipment.
Maintaining accurate logs and records.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, including working effectively with individuals experiencing frustration and communication limitations.
Other Requirements:
Must be able to complete certification in CPR.
ILLUSTRATIVE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
Completion of high school and one year of experience working in a medical, adjunct therapy or other setting which has involved providing physical assistance to others. Ability to swim is desirable.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are:
Physical strength and stamina to lift, transfer and move adults, and assist them in exercise; manual dexterity to operate vehicles and exercise/adaptive equipment; vision to drive in crowded pedestrian areas and read instructions; speech and hearing to detect warning signals and for giving and receiving instructions and routine information; ability to wade to chest depth and spend extended periods of time in chlorinated water; work outdoors in inclement weather. This work is performed indoors and outdoors in a variety of settings including in pools.
NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at
APPLICATION PROCESS:
You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information.
Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.
Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.
All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency by submitting the Supplemental Application for Equivalency.
FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS
For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.
For technical assistance, please contact NEOED's Applicant Support Line at or Email: if your needing help with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
The district provides an excellent benefits package for full-time employees. The benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents and life insurance on your behalf in the amount of $50,000. The district also offers a Section 125 program that allows participation in pre-tax reimbursable medical and dependent care cost programs. Additionally, the district offers a 1% matching contribution to CalPERS 457 deferred compensation program to enhance your retirement options.
Part-time employees who work an average of 25 hours per week over the course of a year, may choose to receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
01
Do you have a High School diploma?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least one year of experience working in a medical, adjunct therapy or other setting which has involved providing physical assistance to others?

• Yes
• No

03
This position requires CPR certification. Do you currently hold a valid CPR certification?

• Yes, I currently hold a valid CPR certification.
• No, I do not currently hold a CPR certification, but I am willing and able to obtain it if selected for the position.
• No, I do not currently hold a CPR certification.

04
Describe your commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism and how your experiences have prepared you to advance our District's and state's commitment to these values.
05
I have read and understand that all required attachments must be included with my online application and submitted by the close date and time in order to move forward in the recruitment process. I understand that I will be disqualified from the recruitment process if all required documents are not submitted (with this application) by the close date and time. I understand that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter in lieu of completing any portion of the application, my application is incomplete and will not be considered for this examination, and my application will not be further processed. This statement applies to all applicants, including current Gavilan College employees. I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered, and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed. I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.

• Yes
• No

06
I understand that I must provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and if selected for interview, I will be email notified to self-schedule my interview.

• Yes
• No