APPLY TO TAKE THE DISTRICT PROFICIENCY AND/OR THE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANCE TESTS

The Talent Acquisition and Selection Branch (TASB) of the Personnel Commission offers District Proficiency (DP) testing for individuals who need to satisfy requirements to become a Para-educator, for candidates who need to meet a high school requirement, and for Vocational Instructors. TASB also offers the Instructional Assistance (IA) test for individuals who need to meet requirements to become a Para-educator. Testing is held on a regular basis at various locations throughout the Los Angeles Unified School District.

HOW TO APPLY TO TAKE TESTS

  • Register or Log In

    Register or log in to our application management system using the appropriate link below.

  • Choose Job Posting

    Choose the job posting "District Proficiency and Instructional Assistance Assessment".  If you are not an LAUSD employee, you may need to register in our applicant management system before applying to take the test.

  • Complete the Questionnaire

    Complete the questionnaire by choosing the "Questionnaire" Tab.

  • Submit Application

    Submit the application by choosing the "Complete Application" tab.

  • Receive Confirmation Email

    You will receive a confirmation email informing you that your application was submitted successfully (if you do not, please contact our help desk).

  • Receive Instructions

    You will receive instructions on how to schedule the test within 24 to 48 hours.