Instructional Aide – middle school – 5th-8th grade

RCM Health Care Services; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services seeks an Instructional Aide to support middle school students and teachers in East Palo Alto/Redwood City, CA. The role involves one-on-one and small-group instruction, reinforcing academic and social-emotional learning, and assisting with materials and accommodations.

This on-site, full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities to work across grades with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to individual students and small groups.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Relationship building

Google Workspace proficiency

In-person and virtual instruction

Bilingual preferred

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Bachelor's degree or 48 college units

ParaPro assessment if no degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Instructional Aide – Middle School

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $25.00 – $28.00 per hour
Location: East Palo Alto/Redwood City, CA
Onsite
Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week
May float between 5th, 6th, 7th 8th grade classrooms

Position Summary

As an Instructional Aide, you will support students and classroom teachers by providing instructional, behavioral, and classroom assistance within both general education and special education settings. You will work one-on-one and with small groups of students to reinforce learning, promote positive behaviors, and help create a safe and engaging classroom environment. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with rewarding school-based opportunities.

Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift

• School Year Schedule
• Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Key Duties

• Provide instructional support to individual students and small groups in classroom settings.
• Reinforce academic, language, and social-emotional learning activities under teacher direction.
• Assist with classroom preparation, instructional materials, testing accommodations, and curriculum modifications.
• Support implementation of behavior intervention plans using positive reinforcement techniques.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, field trips, assemblies, and community-based learning experiences.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and supportive classroom environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or completion of at least 48 college units
• Candidates without a qualifying degree must successfully pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment.

Experience

• Previous paid or volunteer experience working with children in an educational or behavioral support setting preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and classroom technology.
• Ability to support both in-person and virtual instruction.
• Bilingual skills are preferred.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.