INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - GENERAL EDUCATION / BILINGUAL / SPECIAL EDUCATION

About the role

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with students, supporting classroom activities, and being part of a positive school environment. No Teaching Credential Is Required.

Responsibilities

• Support student learning: Work with individual students or small groups to review lessons, practice skills, complete assignments, and stay engaged in classroom activities.
• Aid the teacher: Help prepare materials, set up work areas, support lesson activities, grade or organize assignments, and keep the classroom running smoothly.
• Help keep students safe and supported: Monitor students in the classroom, on the playground, during activities, and in other school settings.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable learning and expressing themselves.
• Encourage positive behavior: Help students follow classroom expectations, participate in activities, and build confidence throughout the school day.
• Encourage participation: Create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable learning and expressing themselves.
• Support different student needs: Depending on the assignment, you may assist students with language support, special education services, personal care, mobility, behavior plans, or classroom accommodations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A great attitude and love working with kids.
• Reliable and professional work habits.
• Plus one of the following:
• Associate's degree.
• 48 college units.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Pay

Competitive hourly pay with annual step increases.

Schedule

Part-time; typically under 20 hours per week.

Location

School sites throughout Bellflower Unified School District.