Middle School Educational Assistant

Middle School Educational Assistant

We are a K-8 Jewish Day School in the Pico-Robertson area of Los Angeles committed to growing student academic and social/emotional skills, seeking an Educational Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year.

The ideal Educational Assistant is a thoughtful and committed middle school educator who is energized by our warm, collaborative environment. Educational Assistants are expected to work closely with the middle school Assistant Principal to implement a high-quality, rigorous, and engaging academic program, supervise students, support with student observations, communicate with parents, and maintain records.

Educational Assistants are role models and should act in accordance with the mission statement and values of the school throughout their tenure at the school. 

Responsibilities of the Educational Assistant will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the school day (before arrival, during T’fillah, transition periods, nutrition, lunch, recess, end of day).
• Assist the Middle School Assistant Principal with administrative tasks
• Cooperate with other professionals to help students solve academic, social, and emotional challenges.
• Serve as an as-needed substitute teacher and cover classes when a teacher is absent.  When covering a class, implement an educational program that meets the learning needs of all students.
• Support the Humanities Department Chair a minimum of six periods a week
• Support lead teachers in creating a classroom environment that encourages learning.  When supporting lead teachers:
• Assist teachers with behavior management strategies to ensure a suitable learning environment is established, both in the classroom and on school grounds (recess and lunchtime).
• Help to create and maintain a functional and attractive learning environment 

Skills and Experiences:

• Some experience working in middle school or other high-quality educational settings.
• Demonstrate ability to write and communicate well.
• Demonstrate ability to act as a team player and operate with a deep sense of personal responsibility.
• Demonstrate commitment to students and their academic achievement.
• Ability to effectively manage and instruct both small and large groups of students.
• Exhibit an ability to work with children in a caring and respectful manner in order to create a joyful, caring classroom environment.
• Teach an elective during elective periods.

Preferred Educational Background and Work Experience:

• Minimum of two years’ experience working with children in middle school in a General Studies and/or Judaic Studies classroom.
• Bachelor’s degree or on-track to earn a Bachelor’s degree by the start date
• Candidates with long-term teaching interest and those pursuing teaching credentials are preferred, but not required.

Summary:

Full-time workday:

• 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM Monday
• 7:45 AM to 4 PM Tuesday through Thursday
• 7:45 AM to 3 PM Friday

Sick and Personal Days

Health Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan (403b)
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Diana Braham, [email protected]