Instructional Assistant III - Elk Grove

Job Title
:
Instructional Assistant III

Reports To/Supervisor
:
Campus Principal

Location
:
Elk Grove

Classification
:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Classified

Number of Working Days
: 192 days

Work Calendar
: 11 Month Hourly - 101 Days (+11 Holidays)

Salary/Pay Rate
:
On the Instructional Assistant Pay Scale

California Montessori Project (CMP) is a successful public charter school network based in the greater Sacramento area with an exceptional TK-8 Montessori program that is tuition-free and open to all students.

The network serves over 3,000 students on seven campuses. CMP is authorized through, and maintains strong relationships with four school districts:
Elk Grove Unified School District, Sacramento City Unified School District, San Juan Unified School District and Buckeye Union School District.

CMP teachers are supported in pursuing dual-certification, holding a Montessori certification from an AMS-accredited training center and a California state credential. The CMP Leadership Team, including the Governing Board, Directors, Principals, and Deans, provide stability and focused guidance to the organization. CMP’s commitment to equity and student success is anchored in the frameworks of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), which build sustainable systems and promote whole-child development.

The Mission of the California Montessori Project is to provide a quality, tuition-free, TK-8, Montessori education that challenges our students to reach their full potential.

An Instructional Assistant III (IAIII) reports to the Principal and is responsible for assisting in the classroom with all students, including special education students as needed. IAIIIs work in collaboration with teachers and other school professionals and are crucial in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment wherever assigned. An Instructional Assistant III will spend a substantial portion of their time providing intervention to students who exhibit disruptive, aggressive and/or self injurious behaviors associated with the ED or autistic designation with special needs, supporting them in their academic and personal growth under the supervision of the special education teacher.

Collaboration with teachers and other professionals will be crucial in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a safe and nurturing learning environment that promotes emotional well-being and academic growth.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment by promoting respect, understanding, and cooperation among all students, directing children in a positive and respectful environment.
• Monitor and observe the daily operation of classrooms for safety, positive interaction and productive educational activity.
• Notify Teacher and/or Administration of unusual circumstances to include infectious disease, injury, illness and accident.
• Adhere to state and government regulations appropriate to school operational procedures.
• Clean and sanitize all manipulative materials and apparatuses often (weekly).
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom to include dusting, mopping and vacuuming as necessary.
• Complete required reports related to accidents and injuries in accordance with school policies
• May be required to independently supervise small or large groups of students for brief periods (e.g., during lunch, recess, or transitions) without direct support from another adults.

• Assist in the preparation and organization of classroom materials, resources, and activities.
• Support students during instructional activities, ensuring they…