Bilingual Instructional Assistant (Spanish or Mandarin)

Strategic-Kids-2; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Strategic Kids is hiring Bilingual Instructional Assistants to support K–6 students in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. You will assist teachers and communicate with parents during conferences and school events, and work with Spanish/Mandarin-speaking students in the classroom and at school.

Part-time position, 7:30am–2:00pm, 4–5 days per week, offering meaningful work and growth opportunities in youth education. Must be fluent in Spanish or Mandarin and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish OR Mandarin (speak, read, write, and translate).
• At least 3 months of experience working or volunteering with children.
• Strong communication, patience, and positive reinforcement skills.
• Ability to adapt to varying student needs and maintain composure under pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent; education students encouraged to apply.
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided if needed).
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with parents/guardians during conferences and school events, as needed, during their workday, in addition to assisting Spanish/Mandarin-speaking students in the classroom and at school.
• Assist teachers with classroom management and activities.
• Provide individualized support for 1-3 K-6 general education students as needed.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish or Mandarin

Strong communication

Patience

Positive reinforcement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bilingual Instructional Assistant (Spanish or Mandarin)

Posted Friday, 8/14/2026

Strategic Kids is Hiring Bilingual Instructional Assistants!

Location: Newport Beach to Costa Mesa
Pay Rate: $23-24 per hour
Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule:

4-5 days per week, Monday to Friday (7:30am - 2:00pm)

Overview

We're hiring Bilingual Instructional Assistants to support K–6 students in public and charter schools throughout Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. As a Bilingual Instructional Assistant, you'll assist teachers and communicate with parents/guardians during conferences and school events, as needed, during their workday, in addition to assisting Spanish/Mandarin-speaking or students in the classroom and at school by working one-on-one and in small groups to help students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities

Communicate with parents/guardians during conferences and school events, as needed, during their workday, in addition to assisting Spanish/Mandarin-speaking students in the classroom and at school.

Assist teachers with classroom management and activities.

Provide individualized support for 1-3 K-6 general education students as needed.

Must Have Requirements

Must be fluent in Spanish OR Mandarin (speak, read, write, and translate)

At least 3 months of experience working or volunteering with children

Strong communication, patience, and positive reinforcement skills.

Ability to adapt to varying student needs and maintain composure under pressure.

High school diploma or equivalent (education students encouraged to apply).

CPR/First Aid certification (provided if needed).

Must be 18 years or older

Nice to Have

Students pursuing Education / Child development / Psychology coursework or degrees encouraged to apply

Experience in after-school programs, summer camps, tutoring, or youth mentoring

Experience translating a plus

Sick and Safe Leave: You will accrue one hour for every 30 hours worked

CalSavers: State-sponsored 401(k) plan

State Disability Insurance

Workers' Compensation: Through State Fund

Cell Phone Reimbursement: $5 per month

New Hire Orientation: You will be paid to attend New Hire Orientation prior to working at your assigned location(s)

Meaningful work: Knowledge that what you’re doing is making a real impact!

Opportunities for growth: within youth and education programs, plus hands-on experience for future educators and child development professionals