Elementary Teacher Associate: 5th Grade

This position is for the 2026-27 school year.

Work Year Calendar: 10.5 month * with the exception of school breaks

Hours: school day; 7:30am - 4:00pm

OVERVIEW:

The Teacher Associate supports the lead classroom teachers in delivering a high-quality, student-centered instructional program. This role assists with instruction, facilitates small-group learning, and supports students’ academic, social, and emotional development while helping maintain a collaborative, inquiry-based classroom environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

INSTRUCTIONAL & CLASSROOM SUPPORT

Assist the lead teachers in implementing daily lessons aligned with California standards and the school curriculum

Support project-based learning experiences and student inquiry exploration

Provide in-class academic support to students with diverse learning needs

Support small-group instruction, intervention, and differentiated learning activities under teacher guidance

Reinforce foundational skills in literacy and mathematics through guided practice

Assist in maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment

Assume classroom teacher responsibilities as needed, which include planning, preparing, and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning

STUDENT SUPPORT & SUPERVISION

Support the social-emotional development of students through positive behavior reinforcement

Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured classroom environment

Supervise students during transitions, recess, lunch, Specials, and other non-instructional settings

Build positive, supportive relationships with students

Assist in documenting student learning (photos, notes, work samples)

Help prepare and maintain engaging classroom environments that reflect student work and thinking

COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION

Work closely with the lead teachers and grade-level team to support classroom routines and instruction

Attend staff meetings, team meetings, and professional development

Communicate effectively with staff regarding student needs and progress

Collaborate with teachers and administration to support project-based learning and classroom activities

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and organize classroom materials and resources

Collect and track basic student data as directed by the Lead Teacher or Interventionist

Provide short-term classroom coverage as needed

Maintain a positive, professional, and collaborative attitude with students, staff, and families

Follow all mandated reporter requirements and school safety policies

Support school-wide initiatives and programs

Perform other duties as assigned to support the classroom and school community

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred

Valid California Teaching Credential preferred (Multiple Subject; Special Education credential)

English Learner Authorization preferred (CLAD or equivalent)

Valid California Substitute Permit

Experience providing targeted intervention and/or working within an MTSS framework preferred

Experience working with children in a school or youth setting is strongly preferred

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

TB clearance and DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance required

Must complete required training upon hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and Sexual Harassment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Best practices and instructional foundations in literacy and mathematics

Understanding of child development and diverse learning needs (K–8)

Familiarity with inclusive and student-centered instructional practices

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to support small-group instruction effectively

Organizational and time-management skills

Ability to follow directions while remaining proactive

Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

Adaptability in a dynamic classroom environment

Ability to support differentiated instruction

Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Ability to collaborate within a team-oriented school culture

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regularly required to sit, stand, twist, turn, bend, walk, talk, hear, and reach with hands

Regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment

Regularly required to see and observe students, walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, and hear and speak to exchange information

Regularly required to possess dexterity of hand and fingers, kneel, bend at the waist, sit on the floor, climb stairs and reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties; lift light objects

Regularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in indoor and outdoor classrooms

Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Duties are normally performed in a school, classroom, playground and/or other outdoor settings

Duties may be performed in seasonal heat, sun, and cold

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BENEFITS:

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Employer-paid Life Insurance

403 (b) Retirement Plan

Induction Program Reimbursement & Mentor

Before and after school childcare

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.