Lead Campus Aide

Camino Nuevo Charter Academy (CNCA) is a community of high-performing public schools that utilizes a comprehensive approach to prepare students from preschool through high school for success in college and in life. We integrate academic rigor, community, family, and wellness to empower students to thrive in a culturally connected and changing world. Founded in 2000, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy students represent the neighborhood of Mac Arthur Park west of downtown Los Angeles, a community that is one of the most under-resourced and densely populated neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

Currently, CNCA has six campuses that serve approximately 3,500 students from TK through 12th grade.

Organizational Mindsets We believe that every individual who works at Camino Nuevo Charter Academy must embody key mindsets.

Commitment to and belief in CNCA’s mission and vision

Belief in and embodiment of the CNCA Anchors in all aspects of the work Commitment to the vision of a progressive, socially-just education and is able to inspire others towards that vision

Solution orientation and belief in supporting others to be the same Commitment to an asset-based, capacity-building approach

Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Strong self-awareness and ability to reflect

Ability to take ownership in the day-to-day and overall success of the organizationCNCA Anchors EXCELLENCE:
We prepare our students to be social justice centered community members who are prepared for college, career, and/or technical pathways through outstanding education. We support staff in all positions to reach their highest levels of professional growth and development.

EQUITY:
We recognize, value, and support the individuality and experiences of all students and employees. To advance and achieve just outcomes, we respond to and meet their unique emotional, psychological, social, and learning needs.

COMMUNITY:
We are committed to our community’s joy and diversity and celebrate the richness of the cultural and environmental contexts in which our students and families live.

INNOVATION:
We continuously learn, are curious, and implement new ideas, perspectives, and evidence-based methods in our work.

JOY:
We embrace high expectations while fostering curiosity, passion and a love of learning. By honoring the strengths and unique gifts of our students, families, and educators, we create communities where growth and celebration go hand in hand.

BELONGING:
We cultivate a culture in which all Camino students, staff, parents, and stakeholders feel welcomed, heard, included, respected, and appreciated.

The Opportunity Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Lead Campus Aide will coordinate and help to supervise students in non-classroom activities before, during and after school hours. This position requires working both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions. The Lead Campus Aide ensures student safety and compliance with school and CNCA policies and regulations. The Lead Campus Aide will lead the Campus Aides on campus in support of site leadership.

Responsibilities Set a positive tone and build team morale by modeling professionalism, fostering collaboration, and promoting a supportive and solutions-oriented work environment.

Assist in the creation and modification of supervision schedule based on changing needs of the school

Create playground schedule for grade levels with assigned play areas as applicable (if serving at a K-8 school site)
Serve as a liaison between the campus aide team and school staff

Monitor and supervise student activities both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions, ensuring a safe and secure environment at all times by following established safety protocols and using appropriate judgment

Monitor and supervise student behavior during non-classroom activities before, during and after school hours to maintain safe campus environment

Communicate recess and/or lunchtime plans and structure to teachers, staff and administration

Monitor restrooms, buildings, halls, walkways, eating areas, and parking lots for unauthorized activities

Monitor student behavior, address and redirect inappropriate student…