Job Title: Learning Assistant Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher and/or school principal, within a broad framework of standard policies and procedures, assist the teacher in a variety of instructional tasks; work with individual and small groups of students; perform routine clerical and non-instructional activities. Examples of Duties Monitors small group instruction in basic academic subjects , fine arts and other subjects with guidance from classroom teacher for students who speak English, Spanish, or other target language; assists individual students and/or group of students by explaining classwork and answering questions; assists the teacher with classroom activities and in maintaining classroom discipline in a positive manner; performs a variety of routine and record keeping activities; may assist teacher by supervising students participating in activities such as field trips, recess, lunchroom; corrects daily assignments and tests; sets up and arranges supplies and equipment in the classroom for student use; prepares instructional materials, lessons, charts, bulletin boards and displays as instructed; communicates with parents as needed to answer their questions and discuss the needs of students; operates various office equipment including duplicating and audiovisual equipment; communicates with the teacher to plan classroom activities; communicates with parents as needed to answer their questions and discuss the needs of students; provides teachers and school administrators with relevant feedback and information on students' progress through observation and daily contact; escorts students outside of classroom, ensuring students' safety, social integration, or security; participates in available training in order to meet new technology standards; performs related duties as assigned. Employment Standards Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would indicate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. Completion of the 12th grade or equivalent; college courses in child growth and development, elementary education and/or psychology desirable; experience working with children. Bilingualism may be required.  Knowledge: Usage of proper oral and written English, Spanish or target language; cross cultural awareness and sensitivity; basic computer skills; school rules and procedures; office equipment usage including duplicating and audiovisual equipment. Abilities: Ability to perform clerical work; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; use computer and computer software; communicate effectively with students and teachers; demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward children; establish and maintain co-operative relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties, including school personnel, students, parents and the community; maintain regular attendance. Physical Effort/Work Environment: Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines; ability to conduct verbal conversation in English, and other designated language; hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels); sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend and walk; sit for sustained periods of time; kneel or squat for extended periods of time; climb slopes, stairs, steps, ramps and ladders; lift up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally; carry up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally; push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds; sustain moderate physical effort for 8 hours; exhibit full range of motion for shoulder external rotation and internal rotation, shoulder abduction and adduction, elbow flexion and extension, shoulder flexion and extension, back lateral flexion, hip flexion and extension and knee flexion; demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and other classroom and office equipment in a safe and effective manner; work with cleaning solutions, disinfectants and sanitizer in a safe and effective manner without allergic reaction; work in both indoor and outdoor environments involving a variety of walking surfaces and weather conditions. Licenses and Certificates: A valid Class C California Driver's License with evidence of appropriate insurance may be required in addition to a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.