Yuba County Paraeducator Proficiency Assessment

The Yuba County Office of Education (YCOE) administers the Paraeducator Proficiency Assessment to support school districts in Yuba County.

If you are seeking employment as a paraeducator (teacher’s aide, instructional assistant, etc.), California Education Code 45330 requires that you meet one of the following qualifications:

• Possess an A.A. degree or higher
• Complete two years of college (48 units)
• Pass an assessment demonstrating your ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

About the Assessment

The Paraeducator Proficiency Assessment consists of four sections:

• Math
• English Language Arts
• Writing
• Ability to Assist in the Classroom

The test is multiple choice and administered on a computer. Participants must achieve a minimum score of 70% in each section to pass. If a participant does not pass one or more sections, they may retake only the sections they did not pass.

Testing Schedule & Registration

Assessments are offered on the 4th Wednesday of each month unless otherwise noted on the registration form.

• First-time test takers: Allow up to three hours to complete the assessment.
• Retakes: Time may vary depending on the number of sections being retaken.

Pre-registration is required—walk-ins will not be accepted.

Location:
Yuba County Office of Education
1114 Yuba Street
Marysville, CA 95901

For questions, please email hr@yubacoe.k12.ca.us.