26-27 Campus Aide - Stella Elementary Charter Academy

Bright Star Schools•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bright Star Schools is a nonprofit organization operating nine publicly funded, open-enrollment charter schools in urban Los Angeles. Its mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support so students can achieve academic excellence, develop their talents, and thrive in higher education, careers, and life. The organization’s core operating principles are Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang, and Growth. The Campus Aide primarily supervises students during lunch and recess, supports transitions to classes, and provides clerical and instructional assistance to teachers and office staff. The role provides positive behavioral guidance and mentorship, encourages constructive interactions, and supports students’ physical and emotional growth. The aide also assists teachers with classroom behavior, tutoring, instructional materials, maintaining a safe and pleasant learning environment, and communication about students’ individual needs. Other duties may include supervising hallways and arrival or dismissal, coordinating daily meal operations, and supporting restorative practices in the discipline process. The position reports to the Dean of Operations and is full-time, non-exempt, and 12-month.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to connect with and build relationships with students and their families.
Ability to facilitate connections between students and faculty.
Proactive approach.
Ability to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli.
Ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English.
Ability to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints.
Ability to make sound judgments based on available information.
Ability to engage in frequent contact with students, parents, and coworkers.
Ability to remain calm in emergencies and perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.
Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Logical problem-solving ability.
Ability to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for student success.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including frequent walking, lifting or moving objects up to 30 pounds, bending and reaching, computer use, and frequent speaking and hearing.
Ability to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences, and to wear task-appropriate safety equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with at-risk youth.
Bachelor’s degree or college coursework toward a bachelor’s degree.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including advocacy skills; fluency in Spanish is highly desired.
Bilingual ability in Spanish or Korean.

Responsibilities

Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions to classes.
Provide behavioral guidance, support, and mentorship, teaching students self-respect and respect for others and the community.
Encourage positive interactions among children and others.
Provide age-appropriate activities that support students’ physical and emotional growth.
Support teachers with classroom behavior.
Provide resources and referrals as needed to support students’ holistic success.
Orient students and provide instructional assistance to individuals or small groups.
Tutor individuals and small groups in various subject areas.
Help establish and maintain a clean, safe, and pleasant classroom and learning environment.
Assist in preparing instructional materials.
Maintain open communication with teachers and classroom teams to ensure students’ individual needs are met.
Provide support to colleagues and perform related duties as assigned.
Depending on experience and skill set, supervise hallways, arrival, and dismissal; coordinate daily meal operations; and support the Dean of Students, School Counselor, or Principal with restorative justice practices in the discipline process.
Perform other duties as assigned.