TK Teacher Aide (Part-Time)

Magnolia Public Schools; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Magnolia Public Schools in Northridge, CA is seeking a part-time TK Teacher Aide to support classroom instruction. You will work with individual students or small groups to help them reach grade-level skill targets under teacher direction.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, implementing behavior plans, monitoring equipment, assisting substitutes, communicating with families, and helping maintain an orderly learning environment while upholding confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CBEST credential or test.
• Experience with younger children or ECE units preferred.
• CTC Child Development permit desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructional activities with individuals or small groups under teacher direction.
• Prepare materials and locate resources for class and activities.
• Implement behavior plans and monitor student progress.
• Count and record specific behaviors; support positive behavior strategies.
• Help maintain equipment and a neat classroom environment.
• Assist substitutes with classroom information and duties.
• Communicate with parents and staff; interpret as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technology use

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CBEST required

Two years of college (48 units) or AA degree

CTC Child Development permit

Job description

TK Teacher Aide (Part-Time)# TK Teacher Aide (Part-Time)Magnolia Science Academy 7 - Northridge, CA 91325## OverviewSalary Range$18.00 - $21.00 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageNone## DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe TK Classroom Teacher Aide is responsible for providing assistance to instructional programs by assisting the teacher in achieving educational objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve the skill levels of the class as a whole. The TK Classroom Teacher Aide assists the teacher in providing a well- organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.JOB DUTIES* Executes instructional activities with individual students or small groups of students following teacher direction and demonstration.* Assists in preparation of materials for class, classroom activities, assignments, location of supplementary materials from school library and other resources areas.* Implements behavior management programs designed by teachers and/or school psychologist.* Counts and records specific student behaviors; administers procedures in the positive behavior support plan.* Monitors student use of instructional equipment.* Provides general maintenance of equipment including cleaning and disinfecting.* Assist in maintaining a neat, orderly and attractive learning environment;* Serves as a source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.* Meet regularly with teachers and/or certificated support staff to plan program activities and review materials and assignments* Communicate with collaborating agencies, district personnel, parents, students and the public to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; speak, translate into the primary language* Assist with parent contacts by telephone or in person serving as an interpreter as required* Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected in the classroom teachers.* Other job related duties and schedules assigned by supervisor## QualificationsQualifications* Knowledge of curriculum, instruction and assessment as appropriate to the grade levels assisted.* Ability to Carry out activities of the program in accordance with applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and procedures.* Ability to Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups.* Ability to Communicate effectively orally and in writing.* Ability to Use technology appropriately.* Requires near visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens. Requires sufficient hand/arm/finger dexterity to retrieve work materials and operate standard office equipment.Minimum and Preferred degree Requirements:* Minimum: Have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and pass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction or California Basic Educational Skills Test [CBEST]* Experience with younger students age 5 and below and/or ECE units or a CTC Child Development permit* Preferred: Two years of college (48 units), or A. A. degree (or higher)Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, and sit for long periods of time. The employee must also be able to listen and hear students, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and be appropriately mobile, including by escorting students across campus as needed. This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities, and qualification for this job.Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instructions, acquire related job skills and perform other related work as required or assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.