Making Waves Academy

Teacher's Assistant (5th-6th Grades)

Middle School (Non-Faculty) - Richmond, CA - Full Time


$32.67 - $34.49 per hour. 40 hours per week, academic-year (10-months). Final placement within this range is based on confirmed job-related skills and relevant experience.

When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. You will join a team dedicated to rigorously and holistically preparing students from the 5th grade to their ultimate career success. Our bold mission is to interrupt inequity by supporting every Wave-Maker's journey to a rewarding life dream. As an employee, you will uphold high expectations for academics and behavior within a close-knit, supportive community. You will be instrumental in fostering essential durable skills like critical thinking and self-advocacy, crucial for any field. This is more than a job; it’s a commitment to empowering students to lead fulfilling lives, have rewarding careers and give back to their respective communities to recycle their success. We are looking for leaders and advocates ready to make a lasting impact.

What You Will Be Doing…

  • Provide one-on-one and small-group instruction to reinforce core Math and ELA concepts, specifically tailoring support for students requiring intensive academic intervention.
  • Actively monitor and support student behavior across all school settings, including classroom time, transitions, lunch, recess, and off-site field trips.
  • Helping to prepare engaging instructional materials, classroom displays, and educational activity setups to support the daily lesson plan.
  • Ensure a productive learning environment by organizing classroom spaces and managing the logistics of daily operations.
  • Proactively prepare all necessary supplies and tools before lessons begin to ensure a seamless flow of instruction.
  • Support teachers in maintaining meticulous student records, including grading assignments and recording essential assessment data.
  • Work as a seamless extension of the instructional team to maintain a cohesive classroom culture for all students.

What We're Looking For…

  • Bachelor's degree and experience working with children (grades 5-6 preferred) in an educational setting. Classroom teaching experience is very desirable.
  • Strong foundational knowledge in Math and ELA with the ability to break down complex 5th and 6th-grade concepts into accessible steps.
  • A natural 'bridge-builder' who finds fulfillment in helping students navigate academic frustrations and celebrate small wins on the path to proficiency.

The Making Waves Academy Fit
We are looking for a community member, not just an employee. You must actively support our mission, and be willing to participate in campus life, including weekly supervision duties. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and a high degree of patience are non-negotiable. Fluency in Spanish is a distinct advantage for serving our diverse community.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity 
Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation 
Joining Making Waves Academy means securing a robust, comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your long-term financial, physical, and professional well-being right here in the Bay Area. We ensure your stability and growth so you can focus on maximizing every Wave-Maker's potential.

Financial Well-being
We offer competitive, above-market salaries that reflect your vital expertise in educational support, recognizing your commitment to our students. Beyond your base pay, you will have immediate access to a dedicated retirement savings plan, helping you build financial confidence for the future.

 

Health and Wellness
Your health is our priority. We proudly cover 100% of most premiums for medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture options for you and your family. We also offer benefits such as employee assistance programs to support your mental and emotional wellness.

Time to Recharge
We believe educators need time to recharge. You will receive generous paid time off, plus all school holidays and breaks. This schedule is designed to ensure meaningful time away from campus, facilitating a sustainable and healthy work-life balance that is critical to preventing burnout.

Professional Growth 
We commit to your continuous improvement! You will benefit from ongoing training, dedicated collaboration time, and resources specifically designed to enhance your expertise. You’ll be part of a culture that sees professional growth as essential to our mission.

 

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