Instructional Assistant

Job Summary Join the Vibrant Minds Charter School team as an Instructional Assistant! We are seeking caring, dependable, and collaborative individuals to support scholars in a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. As a valued member of our educational team, you will work closely with classroom teachers, administrators, and school staff to reinforce instruction, promote positive behavior, and help every scholar thrive.

Instructional Assistants provide classroom, small-group, and individual support, assist with daily classroom routines and supervision, and help create safe, engaging learning environments where scholars can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Assignments may also include supporting scholars with health, hygiene, feeding, mobility, toileting, diapering, or other personal care needs as appropriate to support their safe participation in the educational program. Requirements / Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Must meet one of the following paraprofessional requirements:

• Associate's degree or higher; or
• Completion of at least 48 semester units at an accredited college or university; or
• Passage of an approved paraprofessional/basic skills assessment
• Resume
• Letter of Introduction
• Three current Letters of Recommendation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children in educational, childcare, recreation, or youth development settings
• Spanish bilingual skills are highly desirable Applicants must submit all required documents for consideration. Official transcripts and employment verification may be requested upon hire. Comments and Other Information Why Join Vibrant Minds?

Vibrant Minds Charter School is a growing TK–8 public charter school committed to high-quality instruction, meaningful relationships, and scholar success. Our Instructional Assistants are valued members of the educational team who play an essential role in supporting classroom instruction, fostering positive learning environments, and helping scholars build confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Assignments may include supporting individual scholars, small groups, or classrooms based on student and program needs. We value collaboration, ongoing professional growth, and strong partnerships among educators, scholars, and families.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of scholars while working in a collaborative and supportive school community, we encourage you to apply. Whether supporting an individual scholar, a small group, or an entire classroom, our Instructional Assistants make a lasting difference every day.