Instructional Assistant

Instructional Assistant Gilroy Unified School District District Office - Gilroy, California Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5850273

Final date to receive applications: Aug 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 14, 2026

Applicants must include resume and transcripts verifying conferral of a BA/BS college degree.

Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities :
Under the direction and supervision of administrators, or assigned supervisors, the Instructional Assistant provides instructional, behavioral, and classroom support to students in individual, small-group, and classroom settings. The position assists teachers in implementing instructional activities, reinforcing learning objectives, supporting student independence, maintaining a safe and positive learning environment, and performing related clerical and organizational duties.

The Instructional Assistant works collaboratively with teachers, specialists, administrators, students, families, and school personnel to support student achievement, social-emotional development, behavior, and overall educational success.

• Assists teachers and instructional personnel with the preparation, organization, and presentation of instructional materials, classroom activities, and lesson plans.
• Provides individualized or small-group instruction and reinforcement of academic skills under teacher direction.
• Tutors, guides, and supports students in completing assignments, projects, classroom activities, and learning tasks.
• Reinforces concepts taught by certificated staff and assists students in meeting academic, developmental, behavioral, and functional goals.
• Reads to students and supports reading, writing, language, mathematics, and other classroom activities.
• Assists students in developing appropriate classroom routines, independence, and learning strategies.
• Provides additional instructional support before, during, and after school activities as assigned .

• Supervises and monitors students in classrooms, playgrounds, lunch areas, common areas, and other learning environments.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, supportive, and inclusive environment for students.
• Observes student behavior, progress, and participation; documents and reports information according to established procedures.
• Supports implementation of teacher-developed behavior plans, classroom expectations, and approved behavior management strategies.
• Provides encouragement, guidance, emotional support, and positive reinforcement to students.
• Demonstrates patience, warmth, understanding, and responsiveness when working with children.
• Assists students with social skills, communication, problem-solving, and appropriate interactions with peers and adults.
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students when assigned.

• Supports students with diverse learning, developmental, behavioral, communication, and physical needs.
• Assists students in accessing instruction and participating in classroom activities.
• Implements instructional strategies and supports as directed by teachers and specialists.
• Assists with student accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports.
• Provides assistance with daily classroom routines and student independence skills as needed.

• Prepares, organizes, duplicates, files, and maintains instructional materials.
• Maintains student records, attendance information, files, and documentation as assigned.
• Assists with grading assignments, organizing classroom materials, and preparing reports.
• Sets up classroom work areas, bulletin boards, displays, equipment, and learning materials.
• Maintains inventory of classroom supplies and instructional materials.
• Operates classroom and office equipment, including computers, audiovisual equipment, and assigned software applications.
• Performs routine clerical tasks and basicrecordkeepingduties.

• Communicates effectively with teachers, administrators, staff, students, and families.
• Provides and receives information regarding student needs, progress, and classroom activities.
• Participates in meetings,trainings, professional development, and in-service activities as assigned.
• May provide interpretation or translation support when required by the position.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of Child growth, development, and behavior characteristics.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of child guidance.
• Knowledge of Safe classroom practices and student supervision procedures.
• Knowledge of Basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of Academic subjects commonly taught in schools, including reading, writing, language arts, mathematics, grammar,…