Transitional Kindergarten Aide

The Academy of Alameda•Alameda, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy of Alameda Elementary School is seeking a qualified Transitional Kindergarten Aide to provide instruction and support for students in their transitional kindergarten class. This role is integral to the program, and the ideal candidate will see themselves as an educator committed to closing the opportunity gap, serving a diverse student population, and collaborating deeply with all members of the school community.

Requirements

High school diploma or higher
Be punctual for work and avoid making appointments during scheduled work time
Maintain professional relations and show patience with parents, teachers and other staff
Maintain confidentiality about student behavior, classroom, or family life
Supervise the classroom if the teacher is unexpectedly pulled away
Follow established procedures and processes as found in the Family and Employee Handbooks
Experience working in youth programs, school setting or non-profit
Must pass a criminal background check and TB test clearance

Nice To Haves

Deep belief in AoA’s mission, vision, and values
Unwavering commitment to the high academic achievement of all students
Flexibility, strong written and verbal communication, and critical thinking skills
Willingness to give and receive feedback to facilitate the growth of both students and faculty
Perseverance, and kindness
Experience in working with high needs students a plus

Responsibilities

Supports students, individually or in groups, to assist with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to care for students, equipment, and materials
Assist in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity
Assist in providing small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to specific needs
Assist in establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior during lunch/recess settings to ensure a safe and positive environment
Attend staff meetings and professional developments as required
Alert the teacher immediately to any injuries or special needs of individual students
Check student work for compliance with teacher’s instructions
Assist in implementing all classroom policies and reinforce the reward/discipline system
Help maintain order in the classroom and monitor students to keep them on task
Perform office assistant tasks such as photocopying, filing, and phone calls as required
Supervise morning breakfast (7:45-8:10)
Supervise recess and lunch times
Perform other related duties as assigned/required by teacher(s) or site administrator(s)