Teacher Aide - Westmoreland Academy

Institute for the Redesign of Learning; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and merit-based raises

Exceptional mentorship and training

Career growth—we promote from within

Health, dental, and vision insurance +

Generous PTO and holidays

Retirement plan and flexible spending

Job summary

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) is seeking a Teacher Aide at Westmoreland Academy in Pasadena, CA. You will support students with exceptional needs, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence in a caring, collaborative school community.

This 31-hour-per-week role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth through in-house training and mentorship. You’ll work with teachers to reinforce lessons, supervise students, and maintain a safe, structured environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• CPR/First Aid certification (training provided if needed).
• Willingness to complete our 10-week in-house training.
• Reliable transportation, phone, and internet access.
• Must pass background check, health screening, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Support students in classrooms, during breaks, and on field trips.
• Reinforce lessons and help students with academic and social skills.
• Use positive behavior strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Assist teachers with lesson plans, supervision, and data collection.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all students.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day as a Teacher Aide!

Location:Westmoreland Academy in Pasadena, CA
Schedule:31 hours/week
Pay Range:$18.75–$20.62/hour*
(*Based on experience, education, certification, and bilingual use.)

Are you passionate about education and ready to make a meaningful impact? Join the Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL)—a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping every child thrive.

As a Teacher Aide, you’ll support students with exceptional needs, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence in a caring and collaborative school community.

What You’ll Do

• Support students in classrooms, during breaks, and on field trips.
• Reinforce lessons and help students with academic and social skills.
• Use positive behavior strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Assist teachers with lesson plans, supervision, and data collection.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all students.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma
• CPR/First Aid certification (training provided if needed)
• Willingness to complete our 10-week in-house training.
• Reliable transportation, phone, and internet access.
• Must pass background check, health screening, and TB test

Why You’ll Love Working at IRL

• Competitive pay and merit-based raises
• Exceptional mentorship and training programs
• Career growth—we promote from within!
• Supportive, mission-driven leadership
• Health, dental, and vision insurance + $25K life insurance (if eligible)
• Generous PTO: up to 2 weeks’ vacation, 13 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Retirement plan and flexible spending accounts

At IRL, we believe in nurturing the whole child—physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively—so they can grow into caring, competent, and contributing members of society.

If you’re ready to be part of something meaningful,

ABOUT IRL

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) is a multi-service, community-based Special Education, mental health, job development, and training facility for special needs children, students, and adults. IRL began in 1974 when its founder, Nancy J. Lavelle, Ph.D., created the Almansor Education Center located in a church on Almansor Street in Alhambra, California. With the belief that every student has the ability to “take charge” of their own learning process, Dr. Lavelle established a unique environment and individualized curriculum and created appropriate support and enrichment services designed to turn student and client learning failures into learning successes. Now over forty years later, the Institute for the Redesign of Learning offers six programs designed to provide a continuum of care for individuals with Special Needs, ages infants through adults, serving children, students, and clients throughout the greater Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley communities.

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.