TK Instructional Assistant - Early Childhood

BERKELEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BERKELEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a dedicated classroom paraeducator to support a Transitional Kindergarten teacher in delivering instruction. You will reinforce learning with individuals and small groups, monitor progress, and help maintain a positive, organized classroom environment.

You will also assist with preparing materials, documenting student records, and ensuring safety and proper behavior during activities and field trips. Experience with early childhood education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate high school with six college units in early childhood education.
• One year experience working with students or families in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with ESSA requirements and classroom confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated TK teachers in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Monitor student progress and report observations to the teacher.
• Assist with classroom routines, materials, and setting up learning activities.
• Support assessment, enrichment, and behavior management using positive techniques.
• Provide basic first aid and supervise students during activities and field trips.
• Prepare and maintain instructional materials and records as directed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Instructional support

First aid basics

Education

High school diploma + 6 college units in ECE

Job description

BERKELEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a dedicated classroom paraeducator to support a Transitional Kindergarten teacher in delivering instruction. You will reinforce learning with individuals and small groups, monitor progress, and help maintain a positive, organized classroom environment.

You will also assist with preparing materials, documenting student records, and ensuring safety and proper behavior during activities and field trips. Experience with early childhood education is preferred.