Instructional Assistant
About The Position
This is a part-time Gen Ed Instructional Assistant position for the 26-27 school year at Aspire Titan Academy in Huntington Park. The Instructional Assistant supports classroom teacher(s) in providing a high quality, personalized education program for students. S/he works during the school day and/or the after school program. The ideal candidate for this position is a recent college graduate who has an interest in pursuing a career as an educator. Aspire Public Schools serves TK-12 scholars in California, aiming to prepare them for success in college, career, and life. The school community is grounded in values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or successful completion of 48 units of college credit or passing of Paraprofessional Test
- 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
- Clear the Department of Justice background screening
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Provide health (TB) clearance (update every four years)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Teaching, or related field preferred
- Recent college graduate who has an interest in pursuing a career as an educator
Responsibilities
- Support classroom systems/procedures and help manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning
- Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines
- Assess students regularly in accordance with Aspire guidelines and analyze assessment data
- Collaborate with Aspire team members to improve own and others’ instructional practices; share best practices
- Help classroom teacher(s) provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress
- May help track critical student information and maintain accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures
- Identify unique student needs and collaborate with other team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges
- Assist with planning and executing differentiated instruction for students with a variety of needs, including: parallel teaching, small group and/or one-on-one instruction.
- Teach students in the after school program, especially intervention and acceleration for students below grade level
- Support a school-wide culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students; work with College and Academic Counselor to support students with academic progress and college application processes
- Teach or co-teach Advisory class with the objective of developing students’ character and habits
- Actively participate in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with lead teacher, principal, instructional coaches
- Work towards career as an educator, which may include enrolling in teacher credential program
- Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Benefits
- Salary schedule based on years of experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
