<p>Camino Nuevo Charter Academy (CNCA) is a community of high-performing public schools that utilizes a comprehensive approach to prepare students from preschool through high school for success in college and in life. We integrate academic rigor, community, family, and wellness to empower students to thrive in a culturally connected and changing world. Founded in 2000, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy students represent the neighborhood of MacArthur Park west of downtown Los Angeles, a community that is one of the most under-resourced and densely populated neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Currently, CNCA has eight campuses that serve over 3,500 students from pre-K through 12th grade.</p> <p>Organizational Mindsets</p> <p>We believe that every individual who works at Camino Nuevo Charter Academy must embody key mindsets.</p> <ul> <li>Commitment to and belief in CNCA's mission and vision </li><li>Belief in and embodiment of the CNCA Anchors in all aspects of the work </li><li>Commitment to the vision of a progressive, socially-just education and is able to inspire others towards that vision </li><li>Solution orientation and belief in supporting others to be the same </li><li>Commitment to an asset-based, capacity-building approach </li><li>Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion </li><li>Strong self-awareness and ability to reflect </li><li>Ability to take ownership in the day-to-day and overall success of the organization </li></ul> <p>CNCA Anchors</p> <ul> <li>EXCELLENCE: We prepare our students to be social justice centered community members who are prepared for college, career, and/or technical pathways through outstanding education. We support staff in all positions to reach their highest levels of professional growth and development. </li><li>EQUITY: We recognize, value, and support the individuality and experiences of all students and employees. To advance and achieve just outcomes, we respond to and meet their unique emotional, psychological, social, and learning needs. </li><li>COMMUNITY: We are committed to our community's joy and diversity and celebrate the richness of the cultural and environmental contexts in which our students and families live. </li><li>INNOVATION: We continuously learn, are curious, and implement new ideas, perspectives, and evidence-based methods in our work. </li><li>JOY: We embrace high expectations while fostering curiosity, passion and a love of learning. By honoring the strengths and unique gifts of our students, families, and educators, we create communities where growth and celebration go hand in hand. </li><li>BELONGING: We cultivate a culture in which all Camino students, staff, parents, and stakeholders feel welcomed, heard, included, respected, and appreciated. </li></ul> <p>The Opportunity</p> <p>Under the supervision of School Leadership and a classroom teacher, the Teacher Assistant - Art & Dance supports CNCA students by supporting instruction and performing supplemental activities which encourage students to meet their educational goals.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude the duties from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.</p> <ul> <li>Assist the Art and Dance teachers in performing specific duties as assigned </li><li>Assist the Arts and Dance teachers in creating an environment that is conductive to learning as appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students </li><li>Set up equipment for art and dance activities </li><li>Encourage safety habits in all activities </li><li>Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities </li><li>Assist in the maintenance and storage of supplies and equipment </li><li>In collaboration with the classroom teachers, assist in executing lesson plans for students </li><li>Regularly report on student progress, identifying strengths and needs to assist the team in making program modifications for students </li><li>Carry out tasks assigned by the teachers for students (including filing, paperwork, photocopying, working with small groups of students, and one-on-one tutoring) </li><li>Assist in maintenance of student records of attendance and achievement </li><li>Collaborate with other teachers to meet the needs of individual students </li><li>Support in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students </li><li>Work closely with students and their families to promote personal growth and success </li><li>Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with grade level team, administrators, and service providers as necessary </li><li>Supervise students during recess and lunch time </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree or a minimum of 48 semester units of college coursework (and/or have passed the CBEST) </li><li>Bachelor's degree preferred </li><li>Bilingual (oral & written) Spanish/English required </li><li>Ability to withstand significant physical demands in the areas of standing, walking, running, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, and pushing </li><li>Demonstrated successful experience working with students </li><li>Demonstrated ability to positively work with students, staff & parents </li></ul>