Instructional Aide - Elementary

Equitas Academy Charter Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Equitas Academy Charter Schools in Los Angeles is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support teachers, implement lesson plans, and help raise student achievement.

You will lead leveled reading groups, assist with assessments, supervise during lunch and Community Meeting, and participate in professional development to strengthen both school culture and academics.

Qualifications

• A.A. degree OR two years of college (48 units) OR passage of internal assessment required.
• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test.
• At least 6 months experience working with and supervising children.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach leveled reading groups
• Conduct academic assessments
• Provide instruction in various math and reading drills and activities
• Provide supervision and support for students during lunch and Friday Community Meeting
• Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining school culture and academics
• Maintain high behavioral expectations for student behavior
• Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies
• Work with teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students
• Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

CPR & First Aid certification

Student supervision experience

Reading group instruction

Education

A.A. degree OR two years of college (48 units) OR passage of internal assessment

BA preferred

Job description

We are looking for an instructional assistant who has an unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels. We envision a school where all teachers and staff share high expectations and work hard to see our students succeed. If you are intrigued, come and shape students’ lives with us.

Role Definition

The Instructional Assistant holds the responsibility for implementation of teacher created lesson plans for scholars, in collaboration with lead teachers, in an effort to maximize student achievement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach leveled reading groups
• Conduct academic assessments
• Provide instruction in various math and reading drills and activities using learning strategies designed to introduce, reinforce, or modify skills
• Provide supervision and support for students during lunch and Friday Community Meeting
• Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics
• Maintain high behavioral expectations for student behavior
• Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies
• Work and assist teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students
• Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A.A. degree OR two years of college (at least 48 units) OR passage of internal assessment required, BA preferred
• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test
• At least 6 months experience working with and supervising children
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment

Salary

$22/hour

Commitment to Diversity

Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our website for more information at www.equitasacademy.org