Teaching Assistant: 2026/27 School Year

The Mission Preparatory School • San Francisco, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mission Preparatory School is hiring a Teaching Assistant for the 2026–27 school year. Mission Prep is a tuition-free, public charter school serving nearly 500 students in grades TK–8 in San Francisco’s Mission District. Its educational approach emphasizes personalized support, high expectations, rigorous and engaging learning, and preparing students for college and community leadership. The school is committed to inclusive learning environments that center restorative, trauma-informed, and healing justice practices.

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, non-exempt position on an 11-month work year. The schedule is 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role includes professional learning and collaboration on student-free days, as well as required interaction with families at evening events and participation in overnight field trips and weekend activities. The position is listed for the 2026–27 school year, while the posting also states an immediate start date.

The salary base range is $28.84 and above, depending on experience and expertise. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references. The cover letter should address how race and equity inform the applicant’s work and what most interests them about Mission Prep. A separate reference document should provide three names, email addresses, and phone numbers. People of color and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Two years of college (48 units), an associate degree or higher, or passing the Parapro Assessment. Up to three hours of paid time is offered for completing the assessment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational capacity.
• Experience analyzing and using data to inform practice.
• Openness to feedback and commitment to continual professional development as an educator.
• Accountability for student achievement outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• CLAD/BCLAD certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish ability.
• Urban teaching experience.
• Appropriate California teaching credential or verified enrollment in a teacher credentialing program.

Responsibilities

• Support students’ learning and achievement through personalized assistance.
• Use data to inform practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues through professional learning and collaboration days.
• Interact with families through evening events.
• Participate in overnight field trips and weekend activities.
• Continue developing as a professional educator and respond openly to feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree