Instructional Assistant - Oakland, CA

Instructional Assistant - Oakland, CA at Amethod Public Schools Print Application Deadline 7/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/2/2026 Contact Vertex Education Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 22.5 - 25 Per Hour Length of Work Year 10.5 Employment Type Full Time About the Employer AMPS (Amethod Public Schools) is a values-driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day-to-day work is driven by the organizational core values: Commitment to Distinction, Be Adaptable, Perseverance, Take Responsibility, and Students First. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission. Job Summary Job Summary Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day to day work is embodied with a set of core values: Students First, Be Adaptable, Perseverance, Take Responsibility, and Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Instructional Assistant position will assist students under the direction of a certified teacher. The Instructional Assistant assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, help students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote dignity in all relationships. The Instructional Assistant will be under the supervision of the Principal.

Requirements / Qualifications

Work experience in a school setting with students Must possess organization, communication and problem solving skills. Must pass a DOJ background check. Must be willing to create and follow through with individualized professional development plan. Ability to demonstrate skills in development of academic activities. Strong administrative and organizational skills. High level of communication skills, both written and oral. Strong initiative and ability to solve problems. Education Desired BA Degree preferred, but not absolutely necessary Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of desk work and computer use. Ability to regularly use finger dexterity. Prolonged periods of standing and walking on stairs, inclines and flat surfaces Motor coordination and finger dexterity for keyboarding and other tasks. Occasional lifting of objects up to twenty pounds. Ability to sustain in various weather conditions. Ability to access and navigate various facilities within the multiple school site network.

Requirements / Qualifications

Work experience in a school setting with students Must possess organization, communication and problem solving skills. Must pass a DOJ background check. Must be willing to create and follow through with individualized professional development plan. Ability to demonstrate skills in development of academic activities. Strong administrative and organizational skills. High level of communication skills, both written and oral. Strong initiative and ability to solve problems. Education Desired BA Degree preferred, but not absolutely necessary Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of desk work and computer use. Ability to regularly use finger dexterity. Prolonged periods of standing and walking on stairs, inclines and flat surfaces Motor coordination and finger dexterity for keyboarding and other tasks. Occasional lifting of objects up to twenty pounds. Ability to sustain in various weather conditions. Ability to access and navigate various facilities within the multiple school site network. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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