Instructional Assistant- English Learner

Los Alamitos Unified School District; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Alamitos Unified School District is seeking a part-time EL paraeducator to assist certificated staff in language development instruction for non- or limited-English speaking students. You will support small groups, monitor behavior, and perform clerical duties related to instructional activities.

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of youth experience; bilingual skills and familiarity with EL programs are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Certificate of Completion required.
• Two years of experience working with youth in an organized setting required.
• Experience with EL students or language development support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide language development instruction to individual or small groups.
• Provide tutorial assistance to students regarding regular classroom instruction.
• Prepare and administer tests, score papers, and maintain records.
• Monitor student behavior and report progress to the teacher.
• Assist with clerical duties and instructional material setup.
• Support teachers by operating audio-visual equipment and other educational tech.
• Confer with teachers to tailor programs and materials for EL students.
• Direct activities of students as assigned and participate in staff trainings.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Communication skills

Student supervision

Computer literacy

Office equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Certificate of Completion

Two years of experience working with youth in an organized setting

Job description

** Vacancy is 18.75 hours per week, 9.5 months per year

Tentative Written Exam: 11/13/2026

Tentative Oral Exam: 11/16/2026

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an Administrator, assist a certificated teacher or specialist in providing language development instruction to individual or small groups of non or limited-English speaking students; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical duties as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

1. Provide language development instruction and assistance to individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher or specialist.
2. Provide tutorial assistance to students regarding regular classroom instruction, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
3. Prepare lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests.
4. Observe and monitor behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
5. Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials, scoring papers, recording grades, taking roll, maintaining records and files.
6. Provide support to teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
7. Operate a variety of instructional technology and office equipment such as copier, projectors and recording devices..
8. Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
9. Direct individual and group activities of students as assigned.
10. Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
11. Assist in scheduling and administering the current Initial and Summative English Language Proficiency Assessments for California to students.
12. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Child guidance principles and practices, especially as they relate to non or limited-English speaking students
• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Oral, reading, and writing communication skills Interpersonal relations skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Record-keeping techniques

ABILITY TO:

• Learn and accept cultural differences
• Perform clerical duties such as duplicating and maintaining simple records
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Learn methods and procedures to be followed in an EL instructional setting
• Understand the exceptional needs of non- or limited-English speaking students
• Read and follow rules, regulations, policies and procedures Work confidentially with discretion
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Supervise students according to approved policies and procedures
• Operate instructional and office equipment
• Assist with the instructional and related activities of the EL Program
• Use a computer and navigate online learning management systems
• Work effectively within a team, coordinating with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners to complete tasks, achieve goals, and resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District’s mission, vision, and priority goals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: High School Diploma, GED, or Certificate of Completion and two years of experience working with youth in an organized setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Classroom environment, indoor and outdoor, which includes standing, walking, sitting, running, kneeling, squatting, crawling, stooping and bending; lift, carry, push or pull up to 30 lbs., duties may include activities which involve repetitive use of hands, arms or shoulder and twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands and working with arms above shoulder level; noises (e.g. children, music) up to 87 dBa; give student direction requiring clear speaking and the ability to hear typical voice conversation; color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; exposed to minor contagious illnesses (e.g. colds, flu).