On-Site Instructional Assistant: Fast-Paced Classrooms $75K

Alpha School; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha School in Palo Alto is seeking an instructional assistant to keep a room full of K-8 students moving, focused, and on track. You will handle transitions, materials setup, and real-time redirection, allowing the Guide to teach uninterrupted.

The role is hands-on, requires in-person work at an Alpha campus, and demands strong organization, responsiveness, and ability to maintain structure throughout a busy school day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any subject.
• At least 1 year leading or supervising groups of K-8 students in a structured setting.
• Ability to maintain structure, consistency, and positive engagement in group settings.

Responsibilities

• Run tight, on-time transitions between activities by monitoring the clock and keeping movement orderly.
• Prepare and set up complete, accurate classroom materials before each activity.
• Monitor student engagement and redirect in real time using Alpha-approved techniques.
• Reinforce expectations and routines so the Guide can teach without interruptions.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Alpha School in Palo Alto is seeking an instructional assistant to keep a room full of K-8 students moving, focused, and on track. You will handle transitions, materials setup, and real-time redirection, allowing the Guide to teach uninterrupted.

The role is hands-on, requires in-person work at an Alpha campus, and demands strong organization, responsiveness, and ability to maintain structure throughout a busy school day.