K-12 Teacher Assistant

Strategic Kids; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic K-12 Teacher Assistant to support students with disabilities in various classroom settings. This role involves working closely with teachers to ensure a positive learning environment and assisting students one-on-one or in small groups. Ideal candidates will possess a flexible attitude and a passion for helping children. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education while gaining valuable experience in the field. Join a team dedicated to fostering growth and development in young learners!

Benefits

Paid time off

Cell phone reimbursement

Paid orientation

Retirement program

Cost coverage for live scan fingerprints

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with disabilities is essential.
• Must be flexible and willing to assist in various roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist K-12 students with disabilities in classroom settings.
• Support classroom teachers with organization and management tasks.

Skills

Experience with K-12 disabled children

Bilingual skills

Classroom management

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Job Description

Take direction from a K-12 Public School Classroom Teacher to help elementary, middle, or high school students with disabilities during the day to finish the 2024-25 school year and work during summer school.

These disabilities can include autism, behavioral issues, and learning impairments.

All current openings are at K-12 public schools from Laguna Niguel to San Clemente.

Do whatever the Classroom Teacher or Administrative Staff needs, such as assisting students one-on-one and working with small and large groups of students.

Expected to help in multiple ways, including classroom organization, classroom management, student assistance, and completing any tasks asked of teachers and the administrative staff.

Willing to change between school sites and positions based on the needs of the district and schools.

Flexibility within the roles and range of students is appreciated and preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE OPTIONS

All current openings are at K-12 public and charter schools from San Clemente to Mission Viejo.

Monday to Friday

2 to 5 days per week

Full Availability: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Start between 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

End between 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Experience

Must have experience working or volunteering with K-12 disabled children, such as autism, behavioral issues, or learning impairments.

CHARACTER TRAITS

Strategic Kids hires staff that are positive, joyful, flexible, responsible, on-time, and willing to drive to any assigned school site.

Requirements

18 years old or older

Speak English

One or more years of experience working or volunteering with children.

Being bilingual in any language is also a huge plus!

Have a current driver's license and your own vehicle (car) to drive to assigned school(s)

Live within 15 miles from assigned school(s) in Orange County and willing to drive to any assigned school site(s)

Pass live scan fingerprints through the Department of Justice (DOJ)

Work assigned schedule or any modifications

Strategic Kids Benefits

Strategic Kids covers the cost of live scan fingerprints

Paid to attend 2-hour New Hire Orientation (NH)

Paid time off

CalSavers retirement program

Referral program

$5 per month for cell phone reimbursement

Optional health insurance begins after an eligible employee works two months with Strategic Kids and an average of 30+ hours per week.

NETWORKING

A fantastic way to network with staff for university and college students pursuing a K-12 teacher, school counselor, or school psychologist degree/credential. It is also an excellent opportunity for "stay-at-home parents, grandparents, and guardians" who want to start working part-time again, along with people looking for a meaningful job or a career change.

About Strategic Kids

Strategic Kids hires and trains energetic and creative people and places them in K-12 public schools to work as Paraeducators, such as Teacher Aides and After-School Mentors.

QUESTIONS?

Call or text the Strategic Kids Staffing Office at 949-229-2109 if you have any questions.

WEBSITE

https://www.strategickids.com

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