Equitas Academy Charter Schools

Public charter school network in Los Angeles

Special Education Aide - Middle School

Special Education & Learning SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLos Angeles, CA, USA$22 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate degree is required.
Previous experience working with and supervising children is required.
Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and a tuberculosis test, is required.
Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid certification must be obtained within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized education program service minutes to students at the direction and under the supervision of the resource specialist program teacher.
Provide one-to-one and small-group support and instruction for students.
Collaborate with the resource specialist program teacher to provide instruction and support to students with individualized education programs based on student data.
Participate in individualized education program meetings.
Support implementation of alternate curriculum lessons.
Conduct academic assessments.
Participate in professional development focused on refining school culture and academics.
Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students.
Enforce the academy's positive discipline policies.
Work with and assist teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students.
Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition.
Maintain open communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish language ability is preferred.

The mission of Equitas Academy is to prepare students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspire them to be champions of equity. We currently serve over 2,000 students and operate four elementary schools and two middle schools in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

Delivers IEP service minutes to students at the direction and under the supervision of the RSP teacher
Provide 1:1 and small group support and instruction for students
Collaborate with RSP teacher to provide instruction and support to students with IEPs based on student data
Participate in IEP meetings
Support implementation of alternate curriculum lessons
Conduct academic assessments
Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics
Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students
Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies
Work with and assist teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students
Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition
Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA degree preferred, AA degree required

• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test

• Previous experience working with and supervising children

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment.

Salary:

Starting at $22/hour. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.

Commitment to Diversity:

Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.

A Final Note:

If you're still wondering if you should apply, we encourage you to take a chance, bring your questions, and learn more about us and the role throughout the interview process. If you're wondering if you've got what it takes to be a successful Instructional Aide, we’ll let you in on a secret: there’s no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. Equitas is a place where we believe in people and their potential and we support individual growth. So, whatever is on your mind, we hope you will give us, and yourself, a chance and submit an application!

About the Company

Equitas Academy Charter Schools

Public charter school network in Los Angeles

Equitas Academy Charter Schools operates tuition-free public schools in Los Angeles, serving children from transitional kindergarten through high school. Its schools prepare students for further education through classroom teaching, extended school days and a free after-school program. Families apply directly to the network through an enrollment process that includes annual lotteries, while students with individualized education plans receive additional support. Public education funding supports the schools, supplemented by donations that help provide programs and resources for the surrounding Pico-Union community. Founded in 2009, the network is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Pico-Union, CA
Founded: 2009

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