Instructional Assistant: Empower Students & Behavior Support

So Cal Training Team Media Group; Hesperia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Rewards Program

Credit Union Membership

Training Opportunities to Growth

Job summary

McKinley in Southern California is looking for an Instructional Assistant to support classroom teachers in addressing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students. Responsibilities include direct instructional support, data collection, transportation assistance, and implementing intervention plans with consistency and care.

Salary ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour based on experience, with benefits including health coverage, retirement plan options, paid time off, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities and behavioral supports is valued.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and MS Office; strong written/spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support across academic areas.
• Follow through on intervention plans with consistency and professionalism.
• Fill in as substitute teacher if qualified.
• Work in multiple classrooms with varying ages/grades.
• Assist in classroom management and crisis response; use restraints as trained.
• Provide tutoring in small groups or one-on-one.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff; document behavior and academics.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Able to work independently

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Professionalism and courtesy

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McKinley in Southern California is looking for an Instructional Assistant to support classroom teachers in addressing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students. Responsibilities include direct instructional support, data collection, transportation assistance, and implementing intervention plans with consistency and care.

Salary ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour based on experience, with benefits including health coverage, retirement plan options, paid time off, and