Are you looking for an opportunity to join a vibrant school community of kind, curious students and families and the chance to work alongside talented, dedicated colleagues? If so, The Pegasus School is the place for you!
As we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, we are searching for a teacher assistant to support our Reading Specialist and Health Office. This is a full-time, ten-month, hourly, non-exempt position. Hours vary by assignment, and typically range between 7 and 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. The start date for this position is August 19, 2026.
Teacher assistants provide support to teachers and students in grades PK-8. Examples of essential duties include supporting classroom instruction, working with small groups of students, and assisting with general clerical tasks. In addition to classroom support, teaching assistants are also responsible for student supervision during non-instructional times such as lunch, recess, morning arrival, and afternoon dismissal.
This position also provides daily support to the School Nurse by assisting with the operation of the Health Office. Responsibilities include welcoming and checking in students with minor illnesses or injuries, providing basic comfort and care under the direction of the School Nurse, maintaining health office records and supplies, and assisting with routine administrative tasks. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with children in a caring, calm, and confidential manner. Experience or knowledge of Google Workspace for Education is preferred.
Teaching assistant positions at Pegasus are ideal for someone in the early stages of their teaching career or someone considering a career in education or a related field. These positions allow those with limited experience the opportunity to build their resumes, be mentored by veteran teachers, and observe various classrooms at the school. The Pegasus School serves 595 students from Pre-K through eighth grade.
The school is situated in a park-like 14-acre setting in Huntington Beach with facilities that include a theater, gymnasium, art studios, science and technology labs, library, and classrooms. The Pegasus School is an environment that encourages creative and critical thinking, risk taking, and problem solving in all members of its community.
Teacher assistants work 175 days per school year, on average. Pegasus employees enjoy a competitive employee benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plan contributions, voluntary supplemental life insurance, as well as reimbursement of continuing education costs following one year of service.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $20.25/hour
Classification: hourly, non-exempt
Pegasus offers a generous, comprehensive benefits program designed to support the wellbeing and professional growth of our employees.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance; paid time off (PTO); flexible spending accounts; a retirement plan with matching contributions; voluntary supplemental life insurance; as well as additional lifestyle perks. Employees are also eligible for reimbursement of continuing education expenses following one year of service.
Full-time employees whose child(ren) are admitted to The Pegasus School may be eligible for up to 50% tuition remission, subject to the school’s annual financial aid budget. Employee families may also apply for additional financial aid based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds.
About The Pegasus School
The Pegasus School is a vibrant PK–8 independent school located on a beautiful 14-acre campus in Huntington Beach. Our campus includes a theater, gymnasium, art studios, science and technology labs, a library, athletic fields, and outdoor learning spaces.
Pegasus inspires bright, curious minds to become confident and compassionate leaders. Faculty and staff work in close partnership to create an environment that encourages creative and critical thinking, thoughtful risk-taking, and meaningful engagement with the world.
Application Process
Interested candidates are asked to submit the following materials with their online application:
Letter of introduction
Current resumé
Contact information for three (3) professional references, including name, relationship, phone number, and email address (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission)
California Compliance Notice
In accordance with California law (Education Code §44939.5, as amended by SB 848), applicants for positions with The Pegasus School are required to disclose all current and former employment with educational institutions. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the completion of required employment verifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Pegasus School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
