TK Instructional Assistant

This is a regular, full time role at Aspire East Palo Alto Charter School. The TK/K Instructional Assistant supports classroom teacher(s) in providing a high-quality, personalized education program for students.

Requirements

• Support developmentally appropriate 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
• 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
• Actively participate in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with lead teacher, principal, instructional coaches

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans
• Life insurance/long-term disability
• Participation in a CA state retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• Adoption assistance program