Instructional Assistant
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with students, supporting classroom activities, and being part of a creative school environment. No teaching credential required.
Open Positions May Include
Instructional Assistant for Visual Arts, Media Arts, and Visual and Performing Arts.
What's In It For You
Competitive hourly pay with annual step increases; part-time schedule typically under 20 hours per week; school year calendar with summers off; school sites throughout Bellflower Unified School District; paid sick leave, holidays, and personal days; no paid experience required and no teaching credential required.
What You'll Actually Be Doing
- Help students create: Support students with art projects, media projects, rehearsals, performances, exhibitions, and creative assignments.
- Assist the teacher: Prepare materials, set up activities, follow teacher direction, and help students stay engaged.
- Keep things organized: Manage supplies, equipment, classroom areas, displays, costumes, sets, media tools, or performance materials.
- Support school events: Help set up and take down displays, concerts, assemblies, productions, exhibitions, and community shows.
- Encourage participation: Create a positive, safe, and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable learning and expressing themselves.
- Work with different learners: Support students of different ages, abilities, skill levels, and learning styles.
We're looking for people who have: high school diploma or equivalent; a great attitude and love working with kids; reliable and professional work habits. Plus one of the following: 48 college units; associate's degree; pass the District's reading, writing, and math assessment. No teaching experience required. We will train you on what you need to know.
Career Growth
This position is a fantastic stepping stone if you are considering: teaching credential programs; special education careers; child development; educational leadership; school counseling.
Work Environment
Multiple school locations across the District; part-time positions, typically under 20 hours per week; school year calendar with summers off; clean, safe classroom, campus, and activity settings.
Physical Demands
All Instructional Assistant assignments: sitting or standing for extended periods of time; bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to assist students; using hands and fingers to operate classroom and office equipment; seeing to read materials and monitor student activities; hearing and speaking to exchange information; lifting light objects.
Ready to Apply? Join our team and discover if education is your calling while earning money and gaining valuable experience. We provide the training and support you need to succeed. Questions? Contact our HR team at We are here to help you get started!