2026-2027 Educational Assistant - Behavior & Instruction - Part-Time - 5.25 hpd. - Mt. Vernon E[...]

Springfield SD 19; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a Part-Time Educational Assistant - Behavior & Instruction at Mt. Vernon Elementary School to support students in classroom, 1:1 and small-group settings. The role involves behavior management, instructional support, and data entry, with duties including attendance tracking and documentation.

The position runs 8:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. during the school year (183 days) and pays an hourly rate based on education and experience. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher or 72 post-secondary credits.
• High school diploma/GED with ability to meet para-professional standards.
• First Aid/CPR certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supplemental practice and support for learning experiences under supervision.
• Assist with 1:1 and small-group student support and behavior management.
• Record keeping and data entry for student progress and attendance.

Skills

De-escalation

Behavior management

Data entry

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree or higher

72 credits / two years post-secondary

High school diploma or GED

Job description

2026-2027 Educational Assistant - Behavior & Instruction - Part-Time - 5.25 hpd. - Mt. Vernon Elementary School

SPRINGFIELD SD 19 MT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Springfield, Oregon

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897679

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Salary and Benefits

The hourly range is $19.62 - $25.82 depending on education/experience plus a generousbenefit plan .

This positions works 8:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. while school is in session (183 days per school year).

About the District

Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and serves 185 square miles of the city of Springfield and East/Central Lane County. We are directly to the East of Eugene, where the University of Oregon is located. We currently have approximately 10,000 students, over 1,400 staff members and over 600 teachers in our kindergarten through grade 12 school district. Springfield Public Schools believes student success is our most important outcome. The success of our students depends on the collective community coming together to support “Every Student, Every Day” throughout their K-12 education.

About the Position

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates forthe position of Part-Time (5.25 hpd.) Educational Assistant - Behavior & Instruction atMt. VernonElementary School.

To support this work, successful candidates will possess the following characteristics that support our vision of “Every Student, Every Day”:

• A belief that every student can and will learn;
• The desire to eliminate inequities in student achievement;
• The motivation to foster safe, healthy and engaging environments;
• A commitment to promote an inclusive culture that draws on the assets of students, staff and community.

This position provides a variety of tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process as well as duties of instructional assistance to the teacher in a school setting. The position may facilitate the smooth operation of the educational program in one or more classes by attending to details which assist the teacher and student(s). This position may provide tutoring, instruction, behavior management through social/emotional support, supervision, and clerical support, and may be required to adapt curriculum and instruction for students whose primary language is other than English. This position may provide support for students with medically fragile needs. This position works with students in 1:1, small group, general education and special education settings. This is a variable hour position currently assigned 4.0 hours.

Essential Functions

Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Under direct supervision of a licensed teacher, provides supplemental practice for various learning experiences, including drills and activities using effective strategies to reinforce and or modify skills.
• Collect, sort and correct lessons and tests; record grades in ledger; redistribute as necessary; file classroom materials.
• May assist in Health Room by providing first aid.
• Provides direct assistance to teacher/bus/van driver in relation to student management and school/bus/van safety.
• May assist student(s) in a 1:1 setting who need additional academic, social/emotional, or medically fragile supports.
• Completes required District logs, forms, and paperwork as required.
• Provides direct assistance to student’s behavioral, academic and or personal needs.
• Maintains student discipline in the absence of the teacher/bus/van driver.
• Assists students with behavior management, including de-escalation, conflict resolution, and adherence to school/bus/van behavioral expectations.
• Assists students with special needs and or adaptive equipment.
• Assists students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults.
• Assesses and records student academic and behavior measures.
• Provides ongoing training and proactive assistance to students in relation to meeting academic and behavioral expectations.
• Provides proactive supervision of students in a variety of settings.
• Performs setting up and taking down of materials, supplies and furniture to support the behavioral and academic success of students.
• Evaluates student injuries and performs first aid.
• Assists in planning and implementing learning experiences for students.
• Perform duties associated with general record keeping related to the accounting of funds received.
• Attends in-service trainings and staff meetings as directed.
• Conduct basic data entry assignments.
• May assist with attendance, attendance monitoring, and attendance reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Associates degree or higher (attach diploma); OR
• Completion of two years post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours, 48 semester units (attach transcripts); OR
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) AND
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality, and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment or para-professional certificate program, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, as appropriate, reading/language arts, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements

• Ability to obtain and hold a valid First Aid/CPR card and pass Safe Schools training modules as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Related experience in an educational setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (May be acquired through education, training, and/or experience.)

Knowledge of: District policies and procedures; modern office practices and procedures; letter writing, correct language usage; receptionist, telephone and record keeping/filing systems; computer hardware and software programs and their usage; modern office equipment; safety and first aid practices and procedures.

Skills to: apply student de-escalation strategies in a variety of unique situations and environments; transition smoothly from one task to another, through multiple environments within a school day.

Ability to: understand and apply District and school policies and procedures; maintain appropriate appearance and attire; maintain attendance standards as outlined in OSEA bargaining agreement; greet stakeholders; provide information pertaining to area and/or District/School policies, procedures and other pertinent information; operate maintain and arrange for repair various office/school equipment; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work and from diverse backgrounds; maintain records; utilize keyboarding skills commensurate with the required functions for this position; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; utilize appropriate grammar and spelling when corresponding, make mathematical calculations accurately; follow oral and written instructions; practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity.

Other Notes

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job posting is not a contract of employment or a promise of guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this