Interim Instructional Assistant GenEd - Gateway Academy

Aspire Public Schools•South Gate, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Aspire Public Schools is hiring a full-time Interim Instructional Assistant, General Education, at Aspire Gateway Campus in South Gate, California. The position concludes in June 2027 and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Instructional Assistant supports classroom teacher(s) in providing students with a high-quality, personalized education program during the school day and/or after-school program. The role may suit a recent college graduate interested in pursuing a career as an educator. Aspire Public Schools operates college-preparatory charter schools serving TK–12 students in California. Its purpose is to prepare students for success in college, career, and life, in a community grounded in well-being, belonging, partnership, agency, and joy. The Instructional Assistant works with students, families, teachers, and other staff to support learning, student progress, and a culture of high expectations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, successful completion of 48 college units, or passing score on the Paraprofessional Test.
Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles.
Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and best practices.
Ability and willingness to reflect and improve.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the community.
Clear the Department of Justice background screening.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Provide health (TB) clearance, updated every four years.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Teaching, or a related field.
At least one year of experience working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant.

Responsibilities

Support classroom systems and procedures and help manage student behavior to keep students 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 instructional practices and share best practices.
Help classroom teachers provide students and families with regular, timely information about classroom activities and student progress.
Help track critical student information and maintain accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures.
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges.
Assist in planning and delivering differentiated instruction, including parallel teaching, small-group instruction, and one-on-one instruction.
Teach students in the after-school program, particularly intervention and acceleration for students below grade level.
Support a school-wide culture of high expectations and college preparation, working with the College and Academic Counselor to support academic progress and college application processes.
Teach or co-teach Advisory to develop students’ character and habits.
Participate in professional development, including training and work with the lead teacher, principal, and instructional coaches.
Work toward a career as an educator, which may include enrolling in a teacher credential program.
Support Aspire Public Schools’ mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.