--- title: 'Expanded Learning Special Education Assistant at KIPP SoCal Public Schools' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/expanded-learning-special-education-assistant-kipp-socal-public-schools-los-9t6phmef23j8' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Expanded Learning Special Education Assistant at KIPP SoCal Public Schools - **Company:** KIPP SoCal Public Schools - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA - **Compensation:** $22/hr - **Employment:** part-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2023-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kippsocal/0cbf33c9-4e27-44bd-870e-cdb3bd6ebc27 ## Job description ## Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life. Mission Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world. ## What We Do At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow. The Opportunity KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs after school, in summer school or through intersession learning opportunities. Expanded Learning Programs focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of KIPP SoCal students through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. You Should Apply If The Expanded Learning Program Instructor role features ample opportunity to develop your teaching and leadership skills. This role in particular allows you to build lasting relationships and create strong positive behavior support plans with students who have disabilities. If you want to make an immediate impact on students’ lives and launch or continue your career in education, then this is the role for you. Direct Service - Provide academic assistance, intervention support, and recreational programming to student/s with disabilitiesDevelop, create and implement academic, recreational, and enrichment activities for students with disabilities - Supervise assigned student/s to ensure that student/s are safe and the program operates in an organized and effective manner - Provide support to students and student(s) with disabilities during expanded learning program hours - Implement comprehensive positive behavioral support plans and effective behavior management strategies; deliver instruction; participate as a member of the educational team, and hold design and implement all components of the student’s individual program - Uphold and enforce school rules and policies - Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the Expanded Learning Program Manager to provide access to class activities - Supervise student/s throughout the expanded learning program in classrooms, during educational activities, and during meal times - Assist Expanded Learning Instructors In classroom instruction and behavior support - Implement Behavior Support Plan during expanded learning program hours Implement behavior strategies during expanded learning program hours - Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraint - Ability to work with students having special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (i.e. biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outbursts, etc.) - Assist with any medical needs of student(s) assigned (i.e. toileting, diapering, medication, feeding, diabetes care, seizure care, etc.) - Appropriately manage student behavior and guide student toward more acceptable social behaviors - Model appropriate behavioral interventions - Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports - Participate in developing data collection systems, and monitor data collection to ensure the success of academic and behavior plans - Maintain confidentiality of students and families as mandated by district, state and federal regulations - Participate in school and regional trainings, in-services and meetings - Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents - Communicate effectively in oral and written form - Other duties as assigned by the Expanded Learning Program Manager Training - Attend weekly or monthly school based staff meetings/trainings - Participate in trainings offered by school site and regional office - Attend all additional required meetings Time Commitment - This role is a year-round position, with approximately 22 - 24 work hours per week. Potential hours for the summer. - Must be able to commit to a regular shift during the instructional year (Aug- June) - Monday: 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. - Tuesday - Thursday: 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. - Friday: 1:45 to 6:30 p.m. - Available for Summer Program, possible weekend and intersessional program You'll Be Qualified If You Have - Minimum education requirement High School diploma (KIPP assessment required prior to interview) - AA degree or at least two years of coursework at a four-year college preferred - 1-year experience working with students with special needs in a school setting - Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral intervention for students with complex and/or severe behavioral problems. - Certification in NCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention), desired - First aid and CPR, desired - Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions and applied behavior analysis (ABA) - Knowledge of behavioral management strategies and techniques related to pupils with special needs - Prior experience working with groups of elementary or middle school students in an academic or recreational setting strongly preferred - Ability to work independently and with a team - Ability to work effectively with teachers, parents, and students Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following - Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation - Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego - Support and care from fellow teachers, administrators, and regional team members - Ongoing professional development and coaching from a school site manager - Creation of an individualized credentialing plan with top-notch support from our dedicated Talent Team. We’ll help you become a full-time teacher in no time ## Compensation - Starting rate of $22 per hour is non-negotiable but increases with KIPP tenure KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process. By submitting this application, I certify that all information I have provided — in this application and in any related materials, including my resume, cover letter, and interview responses — is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that KIPP SoCal Public Schools relies on this information in making hiring decisions. I acknowledge that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in rescission of an offer of employment or, if I have already been hired, termination of employment, regardless of when the inaccuracy is discovered. ## About KIPP SoCal Public Schools ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: KIPP SoCal Public Schools operates a network of 24 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools across Southern California, preparing students from underserved communities for college, career, and life. - **Entity Type**: Private Nonprofit - **Headquarters**: Los Angeles, California, United States - **Founded**: 2003 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (the network is part of the national KIPP — Knowledge Is Power Program — foundation) ## Core Business - Primary industry: K-12 Education (Charter Public Schools) - Target customers: Students in grades K-12 and their families, primarily in systemically under-resourced communities across Southern California (East LA, Southeast LA, South LA, Compton, and San Diego) - Mission: “To create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose — college, career, and beyond — so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.” ## Products & Services - **KIPP SoCal Public Schools (24 schools)**: Tuition-free, open-enrollment K-12 charter schools offering rigorous academics, character development, enrichment, social-emotional learning, and mental health support. Operates under 20 Local Education Agencies (LEAs). - **Teacher Residency Program**: A one‑year apprenticeship program where aspiring teachers earn a California teaching credential and a Master’s degree while gradually taking on instructional responsibilities alongside a mentor teacher. - **School Leader Fellow Program (SLFP)**: A one‑year leadership development program for current instructional leaders to prepare to become school leaders (successor or founding). - **Special Education Services**: A team providing specialized instruction, trauma-informed interventions, and equitable inclusive practices to support all students. - **School Success Team (SST)**: Regional support roles in Academics, KIPP Through College, Operations & Finance, Talent, and Technology. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit). Annual revenue estimated at **$25M–$50M** (LinkedIn). - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue (nonprofit) – $25M–$50M. Total funding is not disclosed; operates as a federally tax-exempt organization (EIN 26-1607268). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, one of the largest charter school networks in the U.S. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount: 544 employees (+10.1% YoY, +80 people) as of 2025 (LinkedIn). - Now operates 24 schools across 20 LEAs, serving more than **10,000 students** and supporting **6,800 alumni**. - 85% of all leadership positions were filled internally in the past year, indicating strong talent development and retention. - 85% of staff and 67% of leadership identify as people of color; 82% of leadership identify as female. ## Competitive Advantages - **National Network Scale**: Belongs to KIPP, a well‑established, high‑performing charter network with proven models for college readiness. - **Commitment to Anti‑Racism**: Adopted explicit Anti‑Racist Policy & Standards, which drives hiring, instruction, and school culture. - **Internal Mobility**: 85% of leadership roles filled internally; clear career pathways from Instructional Assistant to Teacher to School Leader. - **Competitive Compensation**: Among the highest teacher salary scales in Los Angeles, with salary increases of $10,000–$20,000 in the first 5 years, plus differentials for advanced degrees and National Board Certification. - **Diverse Workforce**: Reflects the communities served – 85% staff of color, 67% leadership of color. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding the network to serve more students and alumni across Southern California. - Invest in talent development through the Teacher Residency and School Leader Fellow programs to grow leaders from within. - Maintain rigorous academic standards and a whole‑child approach, integrating social‑emotional learning, anti‑racist practices, and family engagement. - Support alumni through college and career via the KIPP Through College program. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: KIPP SoCal emphasizes joyful, academically excellent schools and a commitment to anti‑racist, anti‑biased practices. Staff are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. - **Career Growth**: Clear, supported pathways from Instructional Assistant to Teacher to Administrative roles. 85% of leadership positions were filled internally last year. Formal programs like the Teacher Residency and School Leader Fellow Program provide structured advancement. - **Compensation & Benefits**: - 2024‑25 teacher salary scale is among the highest in Los Angeles. - Salaries increased $10,000–$20,000 in the first 5 years. - Differentials for Master’s degree, National Board Certification, and SpEd Autism Authorization. - Stipends for school‑based leadership roles and coaching. - 12‑month pay calendar, paid on the 1st and 15th, with summer break (mid‑June through end of July) off for teachers. - **Work Location**: School‑based (in‑person) in Los Angeles (East LA, Southeast LA, South LA, Compton) and one school in San Diego. Regional Support roles are likely hybrid or office‑based. - **Perks**: Comprehensive health and benefits program; opportunity to earn a teaching credential and Master’s degree in one year through the apprenticeship program. ## Sources 1. [kippsocal.org - Careers Page](https://www.kippsocal.org/careers) 2. [jobs.lever.co - KIPP SoCal Public Schools Careers](https://jobs.lever.co/kippsocal) 3. [linkedin.com - KIPP SoCal Public Schools Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/kippsocal) 4. [kippsocal.org - Our Team](https://www.kippsocal.org/about/our-team) 5. 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