Instructional Assistant

Nevada City School of the Arts (NCSOTA), a TK-8 charter school in operation since 1994, is seeking a dynamic, culturally aware, stimulating and highly qualified Instructional Assistant to join our team.

JOB TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
SCHEDULE: 2025-26 School Year – Full-time (38 hours per week)
WAGE: $16.60 - $25.11 per hour, depending on experience

SUMMARY: The Instructional Assistant works closely with general education teachers to support classroom instruction and supervise students across various school environments. This role involves assisting with academic activities, reinforcing positive behavior, and helping to maintain a structured and supportive learning atmosphere. Additional responsibilities include monitoring students during transitions, supporting small-group or one-on-one instruction, and contributing to a safe, clean, and engaging educational environment both inside the classroom and on the playground, utilizing Positive Discipline methods.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the school's academic program by assisting students in the classroom to complete the teacher's directives, moving around the room to help students stay engaged with the lesson, supporting them to focus on the activity at hand, anticipating the classroom teacher's needs, and redirecting students when necessary.
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions (copying, grading, etc.) to support teachers in maintaining student records and providing classroom materials.
• Monitors and supports individual students with projects assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Provides supervision of students during snack, recess, and lunchtime to ensure a safe environment for the students.
• Monitors and supervises student behavior within various school environments (e.g., classrooms, playgrounds, restrooms, and music/dance rooms) to ensure the safety and welfare of students.
• Assess and monitor the outside play environment for the purpose of assuring the safety of students and assisting in the maintenance of outside play equipment. Reports any issues or safety concerns to the front office.
• Reports observations and incidents of student behavior requiring disciplinary measures to teachers and/or the Principal.
• Confers with teachers and/or other school personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluating student progress and the implementation of student objectives.
• Participates in staff meetings
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Agrees to specific work-related training
• Completes mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.
• Performs conflict resolution using talk-it-outs, Positive Discipline methods, etc.
• Abides by all personnel policies and procedures adopted by NCSOTA and the At-Will Employment Agreement
• Performs other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor work environment
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work
• Possibility for high volume both indoor and outdoor
• Potential for contact with bodily fluids and exposure to illnesses.

Physical Demands (with or without reasonable accommodations):

• Occasional lifting and carrying (maximum 50 lbs.) Infrequent pushing and pulling
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time in various conditions (eg uneven terrain and extreme weather conditions)
• Hearing, speaking and reading to exchange information
• Bending, stooping, kneeling and sitting on the floor for extended periods of time

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years working with children, preferably in a school setting
• Conflict resolution training a plus

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: These requirements must be met prior to beginning employment and will be requested upon job offer acceptance.

• Fingerprint and Background clearance
• Valid Tuberculosis clearance and every four years thereafter
• CPR/First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment and every two years thereafter
• Completion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NCSOTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Supervisor: Instructional Assistant Supervisor and Classroom Teacher

Manager: Instructional Assistant Manager / Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Group: Classified

Employment Status: Full-Time, Permanent

**Fingerprint and Background clearance