As an Instructional Assistant, you’ll support teachers and staff in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children. You’ll assist with classroom activities, help maintain a clean and organized space, and support children’s development through play, conversation, and care. You may also assist the with safe transportation of children to and from the center.
Qualifications:
- Must have completed 6 Semester units ECE/CD, with a grade C or better or credit.
- Experience working with children with a diversity of special needs is desirable.
- HS/EHS/MSHS/State-Braided Instructional Assistants must also meet at least one
of the following criteria:
- Have a child development associate (CDA) credential or the California equivalent of an Associate
Teacher Permit (12 ECE semester units including core courses; and for EHS and infant/toddler classrooms must also have 6 infant/toddler units); OR
- Be enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be completed within 2 years; OR
- Have an associate or baccalaureate degree (in any area) or be enrolled in a program leading to
- Depending on the department assigned, a valid California driver’s license, a current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required to fulfill job-related travel. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.
As an Instructional Assistant you will:
- Supervise children during learning, play, meals, rest, and transitions
- Assist teachers with lesson planning, materials prep, and classroom activities
- Support children’s development in small groups and one-on-one settings
- Encourage language development, including home language when applicable
- Help children with toileting, feeding, dressing, and napping
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
- Follow health and safety protocols, including daily checklists and sanitation logs
- Implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
- Participate in physical activities, including games, music, and outdoor play
- Assist with therapy follow-ups and special exercises as needed
- Document observations, daily charts, parent contacts, and mandated reports
- Attend home visits, meetings, trainings, and special events as needed
- Uphold children’s rights and provide respectful, appropriate guidance
- Assist with safe transportation: boarding, seat belts, supervision, and child release
- Perform other duties as assigned by teaching or supervisory staff
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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