Educational Assistant

HARRISBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL; Harrisburg (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided health/dental/vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Personal leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

PERS retirement

Job summary

HARRISBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL in Harrisburg, Oregon, is seeking an Educational Assistant to support students and teachers in a positive, structured learning environment. You will assist with academic tasks, routines, and social-emotional needs throughout the school day.

The role emphasizes patience, clear communication, and teamwork to help middle school students succeed academically and personally. Job offers include state benefits and a four-day school week schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree, 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits, or ParaPro score.
• Knowledge of ADHD, autism, behavior management and health needs for Special Ed.
• Ability to use basic computer and office equipment.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide student and teacher support in a positive, structured environment.
• Assist students with academic tasks, organization, and classroom routines.
• Support social-emotional learning and behavior reinforcement.
• Collaborate with teachers to reinforce instruction and encourage independence.
• Supervise students and help develop confidence and good school habits.

Skills

Patience, calm communication

English fluency

Team collaboration

Classroom support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree / 72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits / ParaPro score

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Educational Assistant

HARRISBURG SD 7J HARRISBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL - Harrisburg, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in HARRISBURG SD 7J

Job Details

Job ID: 5938031

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Harrisburg is located in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Eugene and Corvallis.

POSTING DATE: September 23, 2026

POSITION: Educational Assistant, Harrisburg Middle School

Harrisburg operates on a 4-day school week, M-Th, with some Fridays.

Compensation: $17.42 – $23.45 / hour

JOB SUMMARY: Seeking a dependable and compassionate Educational Assistant to support students and teachers in a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment. This position will assist students with academic tasks, organization, classroom routines, and social-emotional needs. The Educational Assistant will work closely with teachers to reinforce instruction, encourage positive behavior, supervise students, and help students develop independence, confidence, and effective school habits. The ideal candidate demonstrates patience and strong communication skills, and is committed to helping middle school students succeed academically and personally.

QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree, 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits from a higher education institute, or a score of 461 or better on the ParaPro Assessment.
• Educational Assistant for Special Ed may be required to have knowledge of ADHD, autism, anger and behavior management, and physical health needs in children.
• Basic computer and office machine skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focused on solving conflict, maintaining confidentiality, listening to others, keeping emotions under control, remain opened minded to others ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with students.
• Must be able to adapt to different learning environments and be able to work with different students throughout the day in a variety of subjects.

BENEFITS: Employer-paid insurance CAP to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums, employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D policies. Two (2) days of personal leave, ten (10) days sick leave, seven (7) paid holidays, and PERS retirement contribution. Applicable benefits will be prorated for the remainder of the school year.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER :

Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, or the presence of a non-job-related handicap. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Steve Woods, Superintendent, at [phone] for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-835-2900

OTHER : A detailed job description is available for review and is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, effort, function, or working conditions associated with the Job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Position Type: Other

Salary: $17.42 to $23.45 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tia Bodine , HR
• PO BOX 208
• Harrisburg, Oregon 97446
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]