What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Aide position at The New School of San Francisco?
Instructional Aide
New School SF is built on an inclusive foundation, grounded in the belief that all students can learn and that our job as educators is to support every student in their development of self; socially, emotionally, academically. Backing this belief comes through with every step, from a co-teaching staffing model that allows for flex and attention to varied learning needs, to the implementation of the Inquiry Arc, encouraging students to tap in to their motivations and best demonstration of learning.
In turning this commitment into an ethos for all staff, it is clear that operating in a way that is cohesive enables the best services for kids. This cohesion must persist across teachers, service providers, families, and systems that support this connected ecosystem.
Within a three-tiered structure, synergies across them must be present through systems and practices. Our approach to diverse learners is felt by everyone; when it goes well, and when it doesn’t. We have a collective responsibility to ensure that our diverse learners strategy at New School is best in class.
The Instructional Aide is a key role in achieving a vision of truly inclusive, joyful and rigorous learning for all students. This position sits within the Diverse Learners Team at New School San Francisco and is managed by our Director of Inclusion. The IA role is designed to provide flexible support and instruction to teachers and students across grade levels and the three tiers of support, with a focus on students with IEPs and/or 504 plans. Responding to student needs in line with our school’s vision for diverse learners requires flexibility and collaboration; this role will assist with a variety of priorities including but not limited to Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) delivery, Behavioral Intervention Support (BIS) delivery, data tracking, and compensatory minutes. Schedules and academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports will be outlined by the Director of Inclusion and/or Learning Specialists.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High school diploma
- At least one year of experience working in a school setting
- TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearances, and any other State/Federal licensing or certification requirements
Preferred
- Specialized Behavior Training (Applied Behavior Analysis,Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training)
- Proven record of collaborating well on a team and building relationships with students and families
- Associates Degree preferred, or currently enrolled in higher education program
- Bilingual in Spanish
COMPETENCIES
- Track record of strong implementation of academic and behavioral plans
- Ability to build partnership and trust across lines of difference with students, parents and educators
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills; preferably bilingual in Spanish
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Familiarity with G Suite (specifically Google Docs and Sheets)
- Comfortable working within a diverse, collaborative, start-up environment where quick feedback loops are the norm
- Curious and comfortable with failure
- Awareness of and playfulness with both your strengths and limitations
- A deep belief that all students can learn, tied to a unfailing commitment to equity in education
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement instructional and behavioral plans outlined by the Diverse Learners Team
- Collaborate across grades to understand and respond to individual student needs
- Track student progress and update relevant information into school data systems
- Execute operational needs in line with supporting tiered instruction
- Perform all other duties as necessary for the good of the organization, as instructed by supervisor
COMPENSATION
- Our salaries are competitive based on relevant certifications and work experience. This will be discussed further during the application and potential interview process.
