Learning Guide at Golden Charter Academy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Golden Charter Academy is an innovative start-up charter school that opened in Fresno, CA in August 2021. It is a place-based, science-oriented school that emphasizes environmental stewardship, social justice, and equity. The instructional approach employs Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a strategy to provide successful pathways for student success in all learners. GCA has a formal partnership with the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, where students utilize the zoo as a living, educational laboratory. The Learning Guide will assist in the planning, development, and implementation of our student’s educational journey, while guiding and ensuring the safety of children as they engage in activities. They will assist with activity planning and receive special training to fully support kids' growth while on campus (mental, physical and emotional). To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for our students. These duties shall be designed to complement the instructional program to maximize learning opportunities for the inclusion student. The Learning Guide will also assist in the establishment and implementation of appropriate classroom and school-wide behavior and assist students to access all aspects of the educational environment of GCA and the community.
Requirements / Qualifications
Responsibilities: - Serve as the primary point of support for a designated student or group of students in the daily application and implementation of academic guided practice and behavior intervention plan. Bridge gaps that may occur in classroom lessons, in conversations, and in skill development by getting to know the student and using that knowledge and experience to everyone’s benefit. - As a team member working closely with a student, advocate appropriately to ensure the team is consistently implementing the instructional and behavior plans and to raise concerns about obstacles to successful implementation and student growth. - Plans, leads, and implements programs for children while providing high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for students. - Supervises students and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
Education and Experience: - Two (2) years of completed study in an institution of higher education; or an Associate degree (or higher) - At least one year of work experience in youth education OR at least two years of work experience in a field related to the company preferred - Proficiency in the native language(s) of the local community strongly preferred - Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills - Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies Required Skills and Abilities: - Assist in the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP’s). - Facilitate and support social interactions and foster the development of positive relationships between students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers. - Assist all students by modeling appropriate (G.O.L.D.E.N) behavior and attitudes and providing emotional support and general guidance. - Support students to be active participants during place-based learning, on field trips and school assemblies or productions. - Provide General Education teachers, with information on student progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate student progress records/logs. - Assist in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and cooperative classroom and learning environment. - Provide testing accommodations, including supervising students completing tests in a separate location or during an extended time. - Maintain confidentiality of student records and classroom information in accordance with legal requirements and GCA policies.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters dated from 2019 to the present)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Responsibilities: - Serve as the primary point of support for a designated student or group of students in the daily application and implementation of academic guided practice and behavior intervention plan. Bridge gaps that may occur in classroom lessons, in conversations, and in skill development by getting to know the student and using that knowledge and experience to everyone’s benefit. - As a team member working closely with a student, advocate appropriately to ensure the team is consistently implementing the instructional and behavior plans and to raise concerns about obstacles to successful implementation and student growth. - Plans, leads, and implements programs for children while providing high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for students. - Supervises students and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
Education and Experience: - Two (2) years of completed study in an institution of higher education; or an Associate degree (or higher) - At least one year of work experience in youth education OR at least two years of work experience in a field related to the company preferred - Proficiency in the native language(s) of the local community strongly preferred - Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills - Ability to communicate and interact effectively with multiple constituencies Required Skills and Abilities: - Assist in the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP’s). - Facilitate and support social interactions and foster the development of positive relationships between students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers. - Assist all students by modeling appropriate (G.O.L.D.E.N) behavior and attitudes and providing emotional support and general guidance. - Support students to be active participants during place-based learning, on field trips and school assemblies or productions. - Provide General Education teachers, with information on student progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate student progress records/logs. - Assist in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and cooperative classroom and learning environment. - Provide testing accommodations, including supervising students completing tests in a separate location or during an extended time. - Maintain confidentiality of student records and classroom information in accordance with legal requirements and GCA policies.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters dated from 2019 to the present)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
- Physical stamina sufficient to sustain light to medium physical labor for up to 8 hours, sit and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
- Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, district, school site to site) for sustained periods of time on hard flooring, climb slopes, stairs, ramps, and to respond to emergency situations
- Physical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 15 pounds of materials or supplies; occasionally lift 40 or more pounds with assistance
- Indoor/outdoor work environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. GCA does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. GCA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability.
Comments and Other Information
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
- Physical stamina sufficient to sustain light to medium physical labor for up to 8 hours, sit and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
- Physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment (office, district, school site to site) for sustained periods of time on hard flooring, climb slopes, stairs, ramps, and to respond to emergency situations
- Physical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 15 pounds of materials or supplies; occasionally lift 40 or more pounds with assistance
- Indoor/outdoor work environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. GCA does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. GCA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability.