Kindergarten 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 Kindergarten Co-Teacher facilitates small-group learning, provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, and helps create a joyful, engaging classroom where students can thrive. The role works closely with lead teachers to help students receive the support needed to master learning and develop a love of learning. This is a Title I Part A grant-funded position. Employment is not guaranteed to continue indefinitely, although funding may be extended. The employee works solely on activities allowable under the grant and must complete a time and effort report. The role pays $15.51 to $21.33 per hour, depending on experience, with hourly earnings paid over a 12-month period. The position requires at least 40 hours at school per week and may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school based on student needs.
Requirements
- At least 48 college hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
- At least one 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 a variety of situations in the school environment.
- Commitment to IDEA’s mission and the belief that all students can get to and through college.
- Willingness to be held accountable for outcomes, act with urgency, learn from mistakes, and respond to frequent feedback.
- Ability to work in a high-growth environment with ambiguity and change, and to build cross-departmental relationships.
- Professional conduct and behavior that models high standards for colleagues and students.
Responsibilities
- Assist with 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 students’ progress to students and families weekly.
- Implement a clear, consistent behavior-management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of classroom community.
- Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
- Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful relationships with students and families.
- Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
- Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
- Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
- Perform additional after-school tutoring or Saturday school duties based on scholars’ needs.
Benefits
- Base medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered; costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children are also substantially subsidized.
- 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, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
- Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic 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.
- 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
