Primary School Instructional Assistant

The Wonderful Company•Lost Hills, CA

1d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant will work in partnership with Teachers to hold students to high expectations in the classrooms and other settings, such as lunch and recess. The Instructional Assistant will demonstrate commitment to our college-going mission by believing in students’ potential and supporting students' learning.

Requirements

High School Diploma, required
Commitment to our organization's mission and educational philosophy
Organized and self-managed, able to handle many responsibilities simultaneously
Excellent problem-solver
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written
Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Dependable and excellent at follow-through; adherence to work hours
Self-reflective individual who is committed to ongoing learning and growth
Computer knowledge and skill; familiar with Microsoft Office suite

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree, preferred
Instructional assistant or relevant experience, preferred
Bilingual Spanish speaker, preferred

Responsibilities

Supports teacher-directed instruction, including 1:1 tutoring as needed
Supervises structured play before, during, and after school
Learns from experienced teachers who will explicitly teach classroom management techniques and differentiation strategies that will help meet the learning needs of all students
Supports a vision of excellence for all students, with an urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes
Provides support with administrative tasks, clerical duties, and tutoring students
Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events
Administers first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students
May assist with toileting and diapering as necessary; may administer prescribed medication in accordance with established District procedure
Other duties as assigned