Bilingual Skills Trainer - Special Education (8am-3pm)

Oak Grove Academy - Tom McCall; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Grove Academy - Tom McCall in Forest Grove, Oregon, seeks an Instructional Assistant - Special Education to support students with multiple impairments and assist licensed staff in delivering targeted academic and behavioral support. The position runs 8am–3pm with duties including supervision and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience with behaviorally at‑risk children; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; 72 quarter hours of accredited college or equivalent education or passing score on HQ Assessment.
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience working with behaviorally at‑risk children or equivalent education/experience.
• Skills: Ability to operate basic office equipment and communicate effectively in English; basic clerical tasks and adaptability to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provides intensive behavioral support in and outside the classroom.
• Coaches students to focus on social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Delivers direct instructional services under supervision of licensed staff.
• Performs crisis intervention and physical management as needed to ensure safety.
• Rides district buses as needed and supervises students during transitions.

Skills

Behavior support

Bilingual English/Spanish

Classroom support

Crisis intervention

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Oak Grove Academy - Tom McCall in Forest Grove, Oregon, seeks an Instructional Assistant - Special Education to support students with multiple impairments and assist licensed staff in delivering targeted academic and behavioral support. The position runs 8am–3pm with duties including supervision and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of experience with behaviorally at‑risk children; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.