Teacher Assistant
PUC SCHOOLS·Los Angeles, California
PUC SCHOOLS·Los Angeles, California
The Teacher Assistant supports instructional programs by helping teachers prepare lesson plans and working with small groups for remedial teaching. They are responsible for fostering a safe, nurturing learning environment and building strong relationships with students and parents.
Education: Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred OR Must complete 12 semester units and/or 18 quarter units and be currently enrolled for the same units Experience: 1+ years of experience working with students in a learning environment preferred Skills and Abilities Proficient with Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Alignment with core characteristics required of every PUC employee: pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticity Must be flexible and team-oriented Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Bilingual in Spanish preferred Strong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of work Regular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this position The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Occasionally required to kneel, climb and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level, lift up to 30 pounds. To bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below. Always required to wear the appropriate safety equipment for the task, which may include gloves, goggles, aprons, belts, etc. Compensation & Benefits: This is a full-time non-exempt, hourly position Our benefits include: Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefits 403b Retirement Plan with an annual contribution match Paid Time Off Ongoing Professional Development DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Institution and its employees. PUC Schools is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Candidates should ideally possess a bachelor's degree or specific college units and have at least one year of experience working with students. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred.
Market context
In California, classroom teacher roles often stay competitive because licensed centers look for candidates who can show early childhood classroom leadership, lesson planning, and readiness to meet state compliance steps such as background checks and immunizations. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster and save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your 12 ECE units and recent classroom experience before submitting.