Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional (2026-27SY)

About the role

Lighthouse Community Public Schools is a charter school system founded in 2002, serving over 1,600 students in East Oakland. Our mission is to prepare diverse students for college, a career of their choice, and to be lifelong changemakers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized or small group instruction in academic, behavioral/social-emotional, social, transition, and functional/life skills as specified in the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP).
• Support students in the general education classroom through the implementation of school-wide systems and strategies, accommodations, and modifications.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and special education teachers to customize supports that encourage students' engagement and inclusion.
• Formally monitor and document students' progress on IEP goals.
• Provide testing accommodation or modifications for students.
• Communicate with students' families about progress and growth areas.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and plans, as needed.
• Provide appropriate physical supports to students, including active supervision, crisis prevention, and intervention.
• Attend and participate in professional development activities.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• A minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent college coursework.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least one year of related experience supporting students with disabilities in a school setting.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification, a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish, a plus.

Environmental Requirements

• Able to work in loud environments, indoors and outdoors, under various weather conditions, and in air-conditioned and heated environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, and perform repetitive movements of fingers and hands for keyboarding and whiteboard usage.

Physical Demands

• See, hear, and speak frequently.
• Sit and stand for extended periods.
• Extend, kneel, and reach.
• Move quickly or run over smooth to uneven surfaces.
• Perform repetitive movements of fingers and hands for keyboarding and whiteboard usage.

Time Commitment

This position is 1.0 FTE (full-time exempt) and follows a 10-month (190 day) work year with significant student-free days for professional learning and collaboration with colleagues and interaction with families. New instructional staff will report on July 27, 2026, per the LCPS Calendar for the 26-27SY. Common building hours are 8:00am-4:30pm. Occasional evening events during the year include the start of year Ice cream Social, Back to School Night, Expo, and other events identified by the school calendar in advance.

Supervision

This position reports to the Assistant Principal.

Compensation Package

Lighthouse Community Public Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a competitive salary, generous health and retirement benefits, and ample time off connected to the school year calendar. Additional compensation opportunities are available for staff interested in working in the summer school program.

Application Instructions

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter describing why you are an optimal fit for this position, and three references with name, email, phone number, and title/nature of working relationship. Screening and initial phone interviews will be completed on a rolling basis. In-person interviews and performance tasks will take place on-site. Lighthouse Community Charter Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.