Elementary Teacher Associate — Student-Centered Support

cra barcelona; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Employer-paid Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Induction Program Reimbursement & Ment

Before and after school childcare

Job summary

Community Roots Academy seeks a Teacher Associate for the 2026-27 school year in Laguna Niguel, CA. The role supports lead teachers, delivering a student-centered instructional program and assisting with instruction, small-group learning, and social-emotional development.

You will collaborate with grade-level teams, attend staff development, and document student progress while adhering to school safety policies and professional standards. A bachelor's degree and valid credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required or preferred.
• Valid California Teaching Credential preferred (Multiple Subject; Special Education credential).
• English Learner Authorization preferred (CLAD or equivalent).
• Valid California Substitute Permit.
• Experience providing targeted intervention and/or working within an MTSS framework preferred.
• Experience working with children in a school or youth setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in implementing daily lessons aligned with California standards and curriculum.
• Support project-based learning experiences and student inquiry exploration.
• Provide in-class academic support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Support small-group instruction, intervention, and differentiated learning activities under teacher guidance.
• Reinforce foundational literacy and mathematics skills through guided practice.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Assume classroom teacher responsibilities as needed, including planning and delivering lessons.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom support

Differentiated instruction

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

California Teaching Credential preferred

English Learner Authorization preferred

California Substitute Permit

MTSS experience preferred

Job description

Community Roots Academy seeks a Teacher Associate for the 2026-27 school year in Laguna Niguel, CA. The role supports lead teachers, delivering a student-centered instructional program and assisting with instruction, small-group learning, and social-emotional development.

You will collaborate with grade-level teams, attend staff development, and document student progress while adhering to school safety policies and professional standards. A bachelor's degree and valid credentials are preferred.