PT Instructional Assistant (NACP - Canoga Park)

Instructional AssistantEmployment type: full-time with benefits 8:00 am - 1:30 pm NEW Academy Canoga Park (NACP) is a TK-5 school, serving about 400 students. An Instructional Assistant at NACP has the primary responsibility of ensuring that their students achieve and/or exceed grade level standards in all subjects. This includes working with a team to deliver a high-quality education and a safe environment for students.SKILLS AND ABILITIESDemonstrate accurate judgment in providing a quality educational experience for students and their families;Experience and ability to work with low-income and Latino students and communities preferred;Demonstrate evidence of effective classroom and general communication skills, both written and oral;Computer literate in Windows environment as appropriate for the position;REQUIREMENTSBi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.Must possess an excellent disposition and interest in working in a team environmentClearance with the Department of Justice via live scanProof and clearance of TB test (current within 60 days)2-3 years of experience in a school classroom settingSUPERVISIONConsistent in supervising students (walk around and monitor all areas of the play area)Consistent with enforcing the Pillars of Character to students (this includes referral and reflection forms)Monitor all games played at recess as well as ensure students don't have toys and/or games brought from homeUse good judgment when sending students in pairs to the restroom (checkup when necessary)May be used for interventionCLASSROOM INVOLVEMENTAssist teacher in assessing studentsAssist in setting up bulletin boards in the classroom and hallwayAssist in supervising classroom (this may include subbing for a teacher when absent)BREAKFAST AND LUNCH DUTYMake sure that students are lined up quietly and orderly when being servedMake sure that voice level is monitored at an appropriate level