Primary School SPED Instructional Assistant

Company DescriptionWonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate students prepared to earn a college degree and set them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and lifelong learners. The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12. We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators and creative problem solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond! Click here to learn more about the Wonderful Company's other great philanthropic partnerships. Job DescriptionThe Special Education Instructional Assistant will work in partnership with lead teachers to hold students to high expectations in the classrooms and other settings, such as lunch and recess. The SPED Instructional Assistant will demonstrate commitment to our college-going mission by believing in students' potential and supporting students' learning.

Essential Job Functions:

Shared Vision:

 Supports a vision of excellence for all students, with an urgency to maximize every opportunity necessary to achieve ambitious student outcomes.

Teaching and Learning:

 As determined by the direct supervisor, supports classroom learning and provides 1:1 or small group student instruction as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, supporting students' behavioral and/or medical needs, as well as academic, and providing interventions. Environments may include general education and special education environments, including social activities.

Campus Safety and Supervision:

 Supports campus supervision before, during, and after school; in specific cases, this may include bus/van duties for transportation needs.

Community Outreach:

 Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events.

Compliance Activities:

 Supports the Special Education Teacher, including clerical support, administrative tasks, translating/interpreting, etc.

Coverage Support:

 Leads the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher.

Community Outreach:

 Demonstrates commitment to the community by communicating regularly with families and attending key community events.

Professional Expectations:

 Participate fully in assigned professional developments, staff meetings, and planning sessions. Participate in the coaching cycle (being observed, receiving feedback, collaborating on action steps, implementing action steps, etc.). Supports the general day-to-day activities of the school site.

Administer first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed studentsMay assist with toileting and diapering as necessary; may administer prescribed medication in accordance with established District procedure.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Special Education Leadership or site administration.

QualificationsAssociate's degree, required Bachelor's degree, preferredSubstitute Permit, preferredBilingual in Spanish/English, preferredExperience working with school-aged children, in particular, those with special needs

Skills, Knowledge:

Ability to read, understand, and implement lessons based on state standardsKnowledge of providing assessments and progress monitoring; maintaining accurate recordsFamiliarity with and/or the ability to learn IEP documentation, and Special Ed Reporting Software (i.e., Siras) is preferredFamiliarity with and/or the ability to learn RTI, co-teaching, collaboration, and small group instructionTraining or familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)Knowledge or familiarity with de-escalation strategies (CPI certified preferred)Certification in First Aid and/or CPR, when necessaryProficiency with various technologies and teaching tools

Working Conditions:

Environment:

Classroom environment; fast-paced work, constant interruptions.

Physical requirements: Hearing and speaking to exchange information, make presentations and communicate over the telephone; seeing to read, prepare, and proofread documents and view computer monitors; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting light objects; ability to go to sites apart from primary office to conduct business.

Schedule:

Monday•Friday 7:45am•4:15pm

Pay Range:

$20.80•$28.20/hour. Final compensation will depend on skills & experience. 

Additional InformationCompensation:

 Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee. We also offer an optional 403b, with company match, as a supplement to STRS retirement pension. In addition, employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym. Quality of Life in the

Central Valley:

 Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing•all within a two-hour drive•the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer. Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. EEO is the law•click here for more information