Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I - Make a Difference

Southern Oregon ESD; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PERS retirement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Southern Oregon ESD seeks an Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I to provide supervision and instruction for children with developmental delays. Work is done under the classroom teacher and EI Specialist guidance to support communication, cognitive, and motor development.

Responsibilities include implementing planned activities, assisting with feeding and daily care, and maintaining progress charts. The role is in Grants Pass at the ECS office, with hourly pay under the collective bargaining

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
• Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques, language strategies, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, learn hands-on, and build nurturing relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Carry out group and individual instruction for children as outlined in the IFSP.
• Assist with feeding, toileting, and adapt devices as directed by staff.
• Supervise children to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Prepare activities and maintain attendance and progress notes.
• Support therapists with language and motor goals as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Sign language (helpful)

Effective collaboration

Child development knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Southern Oregon ESD seeks an Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I to provide supervision and instruction for children with developmental delays. Work is done under the classroom teacher and EI Specialist guidance to support communication, cognitive, and motor development.

Responsibilities include implementing planned activities, assisting with feeding and daily care, and maintaining progress charts. The role is in Grants Pass at the ECS office, with hourly pay under the collective bargaining