Instructional Aide - TK at Ripon Elementary (Immediate Opening) at Ripon Unified School District

About Us: The Ripon Unified School District is committed to excellence and a quality education for all students. Our District is committed to lower class sizes at all grade levels and has a coordinated and articulated program from kindergarten through high school. There is a high level of parent and community involvement in the schools. A high level of support for the educational program is evident in the level of community-based financial support as well as donations of time and effort. Our Schools: Ripon Unified is made up of five elementary schools , one high school and one continuation high school. Approximately 2,288 elementary students are divided between the five elementary schools in grades TK through 8. Combined, the two high schools have approximately 1,067 students in grades 9 through 12. Our Staff: Certificated Staff includes 150+ teachers and itinerants serving regular classroom instruction and special services. Support Staff includes 200+ employees, including aides, bilingual liaisons , secretaries, custodians, yard duties, and more. Our leadership team consists of 18 administrators. Together, we a have a strong sense of community and common goal of supporting our students.

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Assistant SALARY PLACEMENT: CFTA Salary Schedule JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the teacher's or principal's supervision, to assist in the instructional process, supervise classroom and playground activities, construct and/or organize materials for classroom environment, playground, or instruction; to correct student papers and assist in the supporting activities such as library, audio-visual, clerical and noon hour games and activities. Assistants may have combinations of assigned duties. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High School graduate or approved education for each position. 2. Proficiency in the use of English/Math as demonstrated by a qualifying test. Specific skills required by the position. 3. Personal characteristics compatible to the teaching process such as enthusiasm, flexibility, compassion, timeliness and accuracy. TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Classroom Aide 1.1 Listen to children read, tell stories. Read to children. 1.2 Assist in math and writing assignments. 1.3 Continue instructional lessons on a large or small group basis as directed by the teacher. 1.4 Assist in the clerical correction of papers, preparation of lesson. 1.5 Supervise the playground.

Please Attach: -Resume -Letter of Introduction -3 Letters of Recommendation Applicants must have a minimum of 48 college units, AA degree, or ability to pass a paraeducator exam (provided during hiring process).

Starting at $17.93/hour (Range 27 Classified Hourly Salary Schedule)