TK Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional (26-27SY)

Lighthouse Community Public Schools • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

At Lighthouse Community Public Schools we are engaged in an educational movement that goes beyond our classrooms working to disrupt inequities by providing our students and families exceptional educational opportunities every day. Grounded in our core values of community, integrity, agency, love, and social justice rooted in the Expeditionary Learning Education Model , LCPS is a leader in fostering innovative schools achieving exceptional student outcomes where each child is at the center of their own learning. Our mission is to prepare diverse students for college, a career of their choice, and to be lifelong changemakers. Founded in 2002, LCPS operates two high-achieving K-12 public charter schools--Lighthouse and Lodestar--serving over 1,600 students in East Oakland. Lighthouse is a beacon for public education and our graduates fulfill the promise of a better, brighter Oakland. Learn more at www.lighthousecharter.org . The Opportunity TK Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional (26-27SY) Competencies and Qualifications Lighthouse Community Public Schools is looking for TK Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional to support our growing transitional kindergarten program. This would include supporting individual TK students, instructing small and whole groups of TK students, and/or providing instruction alongside the lead teacher in a TK or TK/K combo classroom. At Lighthouse, we strive to hire and retain staff who are relentlessly committed to ensuring that traditionally underserved students of color develop agency and are able to strive for the post-secondary educational experience and career of their choice. Lighthouse staff believe that this important mission is not only attainable; it is essential to transforming our Oakland community. If you are inspired by our mission and vision and want to be a changemaker in students' lives here in Oakland, then please apply and join us! You will embody the following Core Competencies: Believes that every student can meet high expectations and demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes, particularly for our most vulnerable students. Holds a growth mindset for self, colleagues, and students. Builds meaningful relationships and communications effectively with students, families, colleagues, and community. Has knowledge of child development and different learning modalities. Proactively advocates and takes responsibility for what they need to provide high quality supports to the students they serve.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or completion of the equivalent of 2 years of college coursework.
• B.A. or B.S., preferred

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of related experienceand/or experience working in schools, early childhood education, or with youth highly preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance and supervision of the Lead TK teacher, deliver individualized, small group and whole group instruction to TK students throughout the TK day in a variety of subject areas as well as leading play-based learning and other core structures necessary for TK student development and using developmentally appropriate TK curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Collaborate weekly with other TK teachers, instructional aides, teachers in training, and/or special education teachers to customize supports that encourage students’ engagement and inclusion in the general education classroom
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and plans, as needed.
• Collaboratively plan and lead activities that build meaningful community connections.
• Support with other key tasks across the school day, including proctoring assessments, communicating with families, and supporting teachers and student engagement as assigned.
• Attend and actively participate in professional development activities, team and staff meetings to improve the effectiveness of student support and engagement.
• Actively collaborate with other staff and the larger Lighthouse community.
• Maintain a high standard of professional behavior and follow all school staff policies, including Mandated Reporter, staff/student interaction policies and other requirements at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• generous health and retirement benefits (100% employee health coverage/50% for dependents; 8% employer-matching for retirement program; medical and dependent FSA)
• ample time off connected to the school year calendar.
• Opportunities for additional compensation for staff interested in working in our summer school program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree