Educational Assistant (3.75 hours per day)

OTTO H PETERSEN ELEM SCHOOL; Scappoose (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Otto Petersen Elementary in Scappoose, Oregon is seeking an Educational Assistant for the 2026-27 school year. This part-time position is 3.75 hours per day on student days only, with duties in reading support and classroom supervision.

Starting pay ranges from $18.07 to $19.46 per hour, with initial placement at Step 1 and potential increases after a 120-day probationary period. The district notes that this role does not currently qualify for district-sponsored health benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of post-secondary education or an associate's (or higher) degree, or a high school education of equivalent and a passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics may be required (Highly Qualified Para-Professional status).
• Reasonable knowledge of the basic elements of the teaching process and classroom management.
• First Aid care may be required based on assignment.
• Successful candidates will be required to submit to and pass a background check and fingerprint screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide reading support and assist in instruction as part of the educational team.
• Support classroom management and supervision during student days.
• Assist teachers with instructional activities and routines.

Skills

First Aid

Classroom management

Reading support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or 2 years of college

Job description

Educational Assistant (3.75 hours per day)

SCAPPOOSE SD 1J OTTO H PETERSEN ELEM SCHOOL - Scappoose, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5936052

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Otto Petersen Elementary- Educational Assistant - 2026-27 School Year

Position requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Two years of post-secondary education or an associate's (or higher) degree, or a high school education of equivalent and a passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics may be required (Highly Qualified Para-Professional status).


• Reasonable knowledge of the basic elements of the teaching process and classroom management.


• First Aid care may be required based on assignment.


• Successful candidates will be required to submit to and pass a background check and fingerprint screening.

Salary: $18.07-19.46* per hour

*Initial salary placement is at Step 1. After 120-day probationary period, upon verification of previous experience relevant to the classification posted (new employee to district only), placement may be increased up to Step 4.

Calendar: Part-time, 3.75 hours per day, student days only.

This position doesnot currently qualify for district-sponsored health benefits.

Highly Qualified Status: Educational assistants must be highly qualified since they serve in reading and special education programs.Our 3.75 hours per day educational assistants tend to serve in reading support and supervisory duties.

To meet the federal highly qualified requirements, candidates must have an Associate's degree or higher, or have at least two years of college, or pass the paraprofessional assessment (para-pro test) within the probationary period. The para-pro test is offered monthly by the district and is a test in three subjects, reading, writing, and mathematics. It is at about the 10th grade level in high school, and the math goes up to Algebra I.

Scappoose School District is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Veterans must submit DD Form 214 or 215 to establish veterans' preference eligibility. See policy GBA-AR for details.

Position Type: Part Time

Salary: $18.07 to $19.46 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Map

The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a \"Submission\") will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. \"Sensitive data\" for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.