Teacher's Aide

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Teacher's Aide to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and supporting their educational development.

Work Setting

Location: San Fernando Valley, CA (Commute to Pasadena, CA Central Office required)

Employment Type

Full Time

Pay Range

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Start Date

New School Year 2026–2027

What You’ll Do

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities.
• Support students in their learning and provide individualized attention as needed.
• Help maintain a safe and organized classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and implement educational strategies.
• Supervise students during various activities.
• Tutor and reinforce learning in small groups or one-on-one, adapting to individual needs.
• Help organize the learning environment and set up instructional materials/equipment.
• Support teachers with individual and group instruction and assist with student movement across the school.
• Maintain routine records and files related to classroom activities.
• Regularly consult with the teacher on instructional goals, student progress, and behavior.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and cooperative classroom.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transportation.
• Keep student records and classroom information confidential.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Experience

• Prior experience working with children is required.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and classroom support techniques.
• Familiarity with special education principles is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning needs.
• Experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education is beneficial.

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to follow through with tasks with minimal or no supervision.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (HMO & PPO options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Health FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401K with matching
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave

Eligibility for benefits

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, classification, and other factors.

Not all benefits are available to all employees.

Benefits are administered in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the essential functions and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements. The duties, responsibilities, and other requirements of this position may be subject to change or modification at any time by the organization, with or without prior notice.

Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer.

Expatiate Communications considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Salary

$18 - $25 per hour