General Education or Special Education Resource Center Associate

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This application must be completed in a single session. You will not be able to save your progress, so please ensure you have enough time to complete the entire application and have all required documents ready to attach before beginning. Incomplete submissions cannot be saved or resumed.

Application Preparation Checklist (Before You Begin)

To complete this application in one session, please have the following items ready to upload:

• Copy of Transcripts
  Unofficial or official college transcripts for all coursework completed.
• Letters of Recommendation
  Two letters of recommendation on letterhead written within the past two years, including one from a direct supervisor.
• Resume

In addition, you will be asked to respond to five long-answer questions.
Please ensure you have adequate time to thoughtfully complete these responses before starting the application.

General Education Resource Center Associate:

BASIC FUNCTION/DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: 

Under the direct supervision of the teacher, the successful candidate will assist in the academic program in grades 6-12 and support operations of a community-based resource center. The Resource Center Associate (RCA) is a key part of each resource center’s instructional staff. The RCA position is hourly and part-time, 25 hours per week. RCAs are role models for students and are expected to professionally represent the school at all times. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements. 

• Grade student work within 72 hours of receipt and follow reference guide for grading

• Provide constructive feedback and commentary on student work
  

• Facilitate small group tutoring sessions in a core subject area to support students’ academic growth

• Collaborate with teacher to support each student’s Pathways Personalized Education Plan (PPEP)
  

• Tutor students individually across all core subject areas

• Assist and monitor the completion of students’ Naviance surveys
  

• Sign and abide by all educational testing affidavit
  

• Communicate with students/parents about school events, academic engagement, and progress updates

• Attend required professional development opportunities and staff meetings throughout the school year
  

• Assist teachers with supervision of students and maintaining a safe and supportive school culture 

• Participate in the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) process to support student engagement

• Support teachers with the development of a monthly resource center calendar
  

• Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment that is inclusive for all student
  

• Perform other duties as assigned or changed with or without notice

• Maintain consistent and regular attendance

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Holds a high school diploma or its equivalent

• Completion of two years college coursework from an accredited college or university 

(Minimum of 48 semester units)

• Passing score on a Workstyles/Behavior Survey and Math Assessment

• Excellent organization, time management, and record keeping skills

• Experience working with youth and specialized student populations preferred

• Reliable transportation

• TB Clearance
  

• Obtain Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance through the DOJ and FBI
  

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Understands and embodies the school’s Vision, Mission, and Values 

• General understanding of instructional strategies and use of curriculum resources

• General knowledge of California Common Standards in core subject areas

• Ability to use software applications such as Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  

• Demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity within the school community

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT: Indoor, office setting; exposure to computer screens. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Hearing and speaking to exchange information with students, staff, and parents; seeing to read, proofread, perform clerical tasks and periodic work on a computer screen; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting light objects; driving a vehicle to attend visits at resource centers
and staff meetings.

Special Education Resource Center Associate:

BASIC FUNCTION/DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: 

Join our team as a Special Education Resource Center Associate (RCA) and make a real impact on students’ learning! Under the guidance of an Education Specialist, you will support students in grades 6–12 by helping implement goals from their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and assisting with the daily operations of our vibrant community-based resource centers. RCAs are an integral part of the instructional team, serving as role models and ambassadors for the school. This part-time, hourly position offers 25 hours per week and the opportunity to inspire and support students every day.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements.

• Provide constructive fee