Temporary Instructional Assistant

John Muir Charter School/ San Diego and Imperial County Labor Council YouthBuild

Position Overview

The San Diego and Imperial County Labor Council YouthBuild program has partnered with John Muir Charter School to serve former high school drop-outs, ages 18 to 24, with preparation leading to a high school diploma or GED, Life Skills, Leadership Development and the opportunity to learn hands-on construction skills. In addition, participants who complete their GED or diploma, express an interest in the Construction Trades and have demonstrated a strong work ethic will be recommended for apprenticeship programs with local construction trade unions.

The program is looking for a temporary, part-time, instructional assistant to help cover for teachers out on leave. The position is for 1-2 months, with a possibility of being extended further. Ideally we would like to hire an individual with a teaching credential or who is attending a credentialing program. Please see below for more details about the position.

This position includes the following duties:
• Monitor and report student attendance and progress.
• Grade student work and maintain grade book.
• Maintain student files including work samples, lesson plans, educational progress, attendance sheets and educational service plans.
• Assist in providing classroom supervision, ability to “work the room” or co-teach when needed
• Provide tutoring to small group and individuals on a daily basis.
• Create and implement curriculum preparing students for the Math CAHSEE
• Prepare and deliver direct instruction in general high school math and Algebra
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods to address different learning styles.
• Be able to learn appropriate materials, equipment and outside resources related to education.
• Be able to communicate clearly with staff and educators.
• Be aggressive toward the needs of students and staff in a high paced, high stakes environment.

Minimum Qualifications
• Ability to tutor Math, English and general high school subjects with minimal supervision
• California teaching credential is desired, although not necessary. Pay will be scaled for credential.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to team-teach and work effectively as a part of a team.
• Sincere desire to assist young people, particularly so-called at-risk students to succeed.
• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making effective decisions and in problem solving skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

To Apply
Please email a cover letter, resume, 2 letters of recommendation, and a copy of any held credentials to Michael Wegner, Southern Regional Director, John Muir Charter School at jmcssandiego@johnmuircs.com by February 27th. Late or incomplete packets will not be considered.

• Location: San Diego
• Compensation: Salary will be competitive with salary range in area (to be determined based upo
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