Equitas Academy Charter Schools

Public charter school network in Los Angeles

Instructional Aide - Elementary

Special Education & Learning SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

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

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate of Arts degree, two years of college totaling at least 48 units, or passage of the internal assessment is required.
At least six months of 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

Implement teacher-created lesson plans for scholars in collaboration with lead teachers to maximize student achievement.
Teach leveled reading groups.
Conduct academic assessments.
Provide instruction in various math and reading drills and activities using learning strategies designed to introduce, reinforce, or modify skills.
Provide supervision and support for students during lunch and Friday Community Meeting.
Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining school culture and academics.
Maintain high behavioral expectations for student behavior.
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.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

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

We are looking for an instructional assistant who has an unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels. We envision a school where all teachers and staff share high expectations and work hard to see our students succeed. If you are intrigued, come and shape students’ lives with us.

Role Definition: The Instructional Assistant holds the responsibility for implementation of teacher created lesson plans for scholars, in collaboration with lead teachers, in an effort to maximize student achievement.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach leveled reading groups

• Conduct academic assessments

• Provide instruction in various math and reading drills and activities using learning strategies designed to introduce, reinforce, or modify skills

• Provide supervision and support for students during lunch and Friday Community Meeting

• Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics

• Maintain high behavioral expectations for student behavior

• Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies

• Work 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

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A.A. degree OR two years of college (at least 48 units) OR passage of internal assessment required, BA preferred

• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test

• At least 6 months experience working with and supervising children

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

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

Salary:

$22/hour

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.

Please visit our website for more information at www.equitasacademy.org

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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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