Teaching Assistant

Muir Wood Teen; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Muir Wood is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant (Academic Coordinator) for our Sonoma Mountain residential program serving neurodivergent boys ages 12-17 in Petaluma, California. You’ll help keep the classroom calm and structured, support students with coursework from their home schools, and adapt materials to each learner’s needs.

This role is an academic support position, not a teaching credential. You’ll coordinate with academic and clinical staff, track progress, and provide basic

Qualifications

• Experience providing academic support to students, preferably in neurodivergent settings.
• Ability to adapt materials and pacing to individual learning profiles.
• Strong communication with care team and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise daily academic blocks for up to six residents.
• Help teens access and complete assignments from home schools or online coursework.
• Adapt materials, pacing, and classroom setup to students' learning profiles.
• Track assignments, participation, progress, and barriers to learning with leadership.
• Communicate progress and concerns with directors and care team.

Skills

Academic support

Tutoring

Job description

Description

$28-33/hour | Part-Time, 20 hrs/week | Petaluma, CA
Mon-Fri, approx. 12:30-4:30pm | Residential Program for Neurodivergent Teens

About the Role:

Muir Wood is hiring a part-time Teaching Assistant (internally titled Academic Coordinator) for our Sonoma Mountain residential program serving neurodivergent boys ages 12-17. Staying connected to school is part of how teens heal. You’ll keep the classroom calm and structured, help students stay engaged with coursework from their home schools, and adapt day-to-day learning support to each student’s strengths, communication style, and sensory needs. This is an academic support role working alongside academic and clinical leadership - no teaching credential or clinical license required.

Academic programming runs about 2.5 hours per day, with additional scheduled time for lesson prep, progress tracking, and school coordination. The program has six beds today and will grow to 12.

Why Join Us:

• Small classroom - up to six students, not a crowded school setting
• Competitive pay for part-time academic support work
• Specialized program supporting neurodivergent teens in a structured, affirming environment
• Collaborative team alongside academic leadership, therapists, and care staff
• Gain experience toward careers in education, special education, psychology, or counseling
• Work that matters - helping teens and families through some of the hardest moments of their lives

What You’ll Do:

• Support and supervise daily academic blocks for up to six residents, promoting engagement and consistent routine
• Help teens access and complete assignments from their home schools or approved online coursework, including individualized assistance and basic tutoring
• Adapt materials, pacing, instructions, and classroom setup to students’ learning profiles, attention needs, and sensory preferences
• Track assignments, participation, progress, and barriers to learning with academic leadership
• Communicate with the Director of Academics, Clinical Director, and care team about academic progress and emerging concerns