2nd Grade Co-Teacher - IDEA La Joya Academy (Immediate Opening)
About The Position
IDEA Early Childhood Co-Teachers support Tier 1 instruction in Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and provide targeted intervention under the direction of the lead teacher. The Co-Teacher facilitates small-group learning, provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, and helps create a joyful, engaging environment where students can thrive. In collaboration with lead teachers, the Co-Teacher helps students access grade-level learning, achieve mastery, and develop a love of learning. This is a Title I Part A grant-funded position. The employee will work 100% on allowable activities outlined in the grant, and ongoing employment is not guaranteed; funding may be extended. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week. Hourly earnings are paid over a 12-month period.
Requirements
- At least 48 college hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
- At least 1 year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting.
- Basic knowledge of early childhood development and instructional practices.
- Ability to support young learners in whole-group, small-group, and individual learning.
- Ability to adapt to diverse learner needs.
- Ability to give clear directions, engage students, and respond to student behavior.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adjust and adapt to varied situations in the school environment.
- Commitment to IDEA’s mission and the belief that all students are capable of getting to and through college.
- Demonstrated effective outcomes and willingness to be accountable for results.
- Willingness to act, learn from mistakes, and improve quickly.
- Ability to work with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes.
- Comfort working in a high-growth environment with ambiguity and change.
- Ability to seek and respond well to feedback.
- Ability to work across silos and build strong cross-departmental relationships.
- High standards of conduct and professionalism, serving as a role model for colleagues and students.
Responsibilities
- Assist in students’ educational development under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers.
- Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
- Support Tier 1 core instruction so all students can access grade-level learning.
- Facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning.
- Monitor student learning and needs during instruction, and provide feedback and support.
- Communicate student progress with students and families weekly.
- Implement a clear, consistent behavior management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of community.
- Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
- Build and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
- Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet student needs.
- Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
- Participate in summer and year-round district, school, and personal learning and development.
- Potentially provide after-school tutoring or participate in Saturday school based on scholars’ needs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits plan covering most of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing most costs for a spouse or domestic partner and children.
- Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
- Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying tuition costs, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
- Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephone counseling, and other work-life services.
- Dental and vision plans.
- Disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Parenting benefits.
- Flexible spending account options.
- Generous vacation time.
- Referral bonuses.
- Professional development.
- 403(b) plan.
- A relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
