Instructional Assistant SY 26-27 - Aspire Public Schools Los Angeles Region (South Gate, Huntington Park, Los Angeles)

Job Summary

This position can be FT/PT depending on site needs.

This position is a pool which means that it stays posted continuously due to positions frequently becoming available throughout the school year.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Instructional Assistant supports classroom teacher(s) in providing a high quality, personalized education program for students. S/he works during the school day and/or the after school program. The ideal candidate for this position is a recent college graduate who has an interest in pursuing a career as an educator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support classroom systems/procedures and help manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning
Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines
Assess students regularly in accordance with Aspire guidelines and analyze assessment data
Collaborate with Aspire team members to improve own and others’ instructional practices; share best practices
Help classroom teacher(s) provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress
May help track critical student information and maintain accurate student records, including attendance, in accordance with Aspire procedures
Identify unique student needs and collaborate with other team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challenges
Assist with planning and executing differentiated instruction for students with a variety of needs, including: parallel teaching, small group and/or one-on-one instruction.
Teach students in the after school program, especially intervention and acceleration for students below grade level
Support a school-wide culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students; work with College and Academic Counselor to support students with academic progress and college application processes

Requirements / Qualifications

Associate’s degree or successful completion of 48 units of college credit or passing of Paraprofessional Test
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Teaching, or related field preferred
Experience working with children or youth in a school or community-based setting
1+ year as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred

Comments and Other Information

Compensation:

The hourly schedule is $22.61 - $40.96 based on years of experience.