Ocean Charter School TK/K Classroom Aide

Ocean Charter School TK/K Classroom Aide at Ocean Charter School Print Application Deadline 6/13/2026 12:00 AM Pacific Date Posted 5/16/2026 Contact Kristy Mack-Fett Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info $18.42 - $21.50 Length of Work Year 10 months Employment Type Part Time Job Summary Job Summary Ocean Charter School (OCS) uses a Waldorf Educational approach to teach common core standards in a public-school setting. The Transitional Kindergarten program is a 100% play based program. The TK Classroom Assistant position requires high-level communication and management skills with the ability to successfully assist children with play, crafts, meal preparation, toileting, nap, social interactions, and conflict resolution. The aide provides support to the teacher in preparing and implementing lessons, to the classroom in cleaning and tidying, and to students, both with play and with behavioral needs. Applicants MUST have prior experience working with students in early childhood as well as students with special needs in this age range. The Classroom Assistant completes their work as a loving, calm, and consistent presence while the lead teacher is the primary "ego presence" and voice in the classroom. Applicants must be reliable and punctual, have experience with conflict resolution, young children, and students with special needs.

Job expectations include:

• Uphold an understanding, patient, receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups and varied abilities
• Assist teachers in carrying out positive reinforcement procedures and strategies, such as by prompting students
• Provide proactive and meaningful one to one support for students with behavioral difficulties
• Assist students in one to one and in small group learning circles, as organized by a supervising teacher
• Supervise students during unstructured play time, and uphold school rules
• Facilitate conflict resolution between students and complete appropriate documentation, including Incident Reports Job Description /

Essential Elements:

Print Ocean Charter School uses a Waldorf Educational approach to teach common core standards in a public-school setting. We are accepting applications for Classroom Assistant positions. The ideal candidate is Waldorf certified, holds a clear multiple subject teaching credential, and would potentially transition into a lead teaching position as a grades teacher. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Effective communication with parents and colleagues, and organization is an absolute necessity. This position is a wonderful opportunity for a teacher candidate to become immersed in Waldorf pedagogy, including storytelling, singing, recitation, movement, watercolor painting, drawing and core curriculum. The Classroom Assistant position requires basic reading, writing, and math skills. Applicants MUST have prior experience working with students in TK-8th grade as well as special needs students in this age range. The Classroom Assistant position requires high-level communication and management skills with the ability to successfully assist children with conflict resolution. The Classroom Assistant completes his/her work in the background, while the lead teacher is the primary "ego presence" and voice in the classroom. Applicants must be reliable and punctual, have experience with conflict resolution, young children, special needs students, and have high level communication and management skills.

Requirements / Qualifications

MATERIALS

Qualifications for

Classroom Assistants:

a.) A two-year Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree b.) Experience working with students in early education Requirements for employment: o Livescan clearance o TB clearance o Trainings(provided by OCS) Required Documents to hiring@oceancs.

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a) Letter of Intent b) Resume Requirements / Qualifications

MATERIALS

Qualifications for

Classroom Assistants:

a.) A two-year Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree b.) Experience working with students in early education Requirements for employment: o Livescan clearance o TB clearance o Trainings(provided by OCS) Required Documents to hiring@oceancs.

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a) Letter of Intent b) Resume CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits

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