Instructional Aide - Elementary in Los Angeles, California at Equitas Academy Charter Schools

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.

• 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

• 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.

$22/hour

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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