Literacy Instructional Aide - Elementary ('26-'27 School Year)
About The Position
Equitas Academy prepares students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity. This position is funded through the California Department of Education (CDE) Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists (LCRS) Grant Program through June 2029. Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer. If you're still wondering if you should apply, we encourage you to take a chance, bring your questions, and learn more about us and the role throughout the interview process. If you're wondering if you've got what it takes to be a successful Instructional Aide, we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. Equitas is a place where we believe in people and their potential and we support individual growth. So, whatever is on your mind, we hope you will give us, and yourself, a chance and submit an application!
Requirements
- AA degree required
- 30 Day Emergency Sub Permit preferred
- Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test
- Previous experience working with and supervising children
- Previous experience working with students
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment
Nice To Haves
- BA degree preferred
- 30 Day Emergency Sub Permit preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of targeted literacy intervention for students through small group and 1:1 instruction.
- Work with and assist the Literacy Intervention Teacher during the school day with instruction, intervention, and other duties needed.
- Reinforce foundational literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
- Assist in preparing instructional materials, organizing resources, and setting up intervention groups and classroom structures.
- Assist with administering formative assessments and progress monitoring tools as directed.
- Support data collection for tools such as DIBELS, i-Ready, and other school-based assessments as needed.
- Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess or other assigned times.
- Participate in family meetings, engagement events, workshops, or conferences as appropriate.
- Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics.
- Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students.
- Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies.
- Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition.
- Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
