Special Ed Instructional Assistant 19.5 hours per week at Tierra Pacifica Charter School
About the Employer
Tierra Pacifica is a public charter school located in Santa Cruz, California serving students in grades TK-8. Our school was founded in 1998 by a dedicated group of parents, teachers and community members vested in creating a school that addressed different learning styles, social/emotional development, and collaborative learning.
Job Summary
Job Summary
SPED Instructional Aide for the 2026-27 school year, with 1:1 and classroom support. Emphasis will be on positive behavior support. M-Th 8:45 AM - 12:45 PM Fri 8:45 AM - 12:15 PM Position Overview The Special Education Instructional Aide supports students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and helps create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Working under the direction of the Classroom Teacher, Special Education staff, and school administrators, the Instructional Aide provides individualized and small-group support to help students access instruction, develop independence, and successfully participate in the school community. The Instructional Aide reinforces instruction and assists students within the classroom, specialized programs, and other learning environments. Responsibilities also include supporting classroom management, student supervision, and school-wide activities, including recess and lunch. The Instructional Aide assists with the preparation of instructional materials and provides consistent support aligned with each student's educational and behavioral needs. This position plays an important role in fostering student success, inclusion, independence, and a sense of belonging while working collaboratively with teachers and other members of the educational team.. The job will continue as long as the student remains at the school.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Education (per NCLB requirements) Candidates must meet one of the following: Two years of college (minimum 48 semester units), or Associate degree or higher, or Pass a state or local academic assessment demonstrating the ability to assist in reading, writing, and math instruction.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Education (per NCLB requirements) Candidates must meet one of the following: Two years of college (minimum 48 semester units), or Associate degree or higher, or Pass a state or local academic assessment demonstrating the ability to assist in reading, writing, and math instruction.
Comments and Other Information
You must include with your Edjoin application:
Current Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation
Please Note:
Applicants will be notified only if selected for an interview.
Employment is subject to:
Criminal Background Check
Reference Check
TB Test or TB Risk Assessment Clearance
Tierra Pacifica Charter School (TPCS) is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. The hiring process and employment shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or related conditions, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy should be directed to the Title IX-Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Valerie Royaltey-Quandt, at vrquandt@tierrapacifica.org or 831-462-9404
Comments and Other Information
You must include with your Edjoin application:
Current Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation
Please Note:
Applicants will be notified only if selected for an interview.
Employment is subject to:
Criminal Background Check
Reference Check
TB Test or TB Risk Assessment Clearance
Tierra Pacifica Charter School (TPCS) is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. The hiring process and employment shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or related conditions, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy should be directed to the Title IX-Nondiscrimination Coordinator, Valerie Royaltey-Quandt, at vrquandt@tierrapacifica.org or 831-462-9404
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/31/2026
Contact
Kim Shankland
831-462-9404
831-462-9404
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
22.00 Per Hour
22.00 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
10 months
Employment Type
Part Time