Educational Assistant- Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Drug Free Workplace

Job summary

Coos Bay Public Schools in Coos Bay, Oregon seeks an Educational Assistant (Elementary) to support students with reading, math and writing under teacher supervision. The role emphasizes classroom assistance, student engagement, and facilitating daily activities in a busy school environment.

The position is part-time, 0.896 FTE (approximately 35.83 hours per week), with duties including setup, transitions, and documentation. Starting immediately; open until filled; district benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Completed at least two years of related college education, an AA degree, or meet Highly Qualified requirements.
• Prior successful experience in a school setting or with young children preferred.
• Fluent verbal and written English; able to present information to students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with reading, math and writing assignments.
• Supports development of social and emotional skills in the classroom.
• Monitors progress in reading, writing and math as directed by teacher.
• Reads to students and participates in oral reading activities.
• Assists in creating educational materials and setting up the classroom.
• Supports transitions and movement of students between classrooms and activities.

Skills

English fluency

Math basics

Communication

Problem solving

Computer usage

Time management

Record keeping

Education

Two years college / AA

Highly Qualified option

Tools

Email & internet

Word processing

General software

Job description

Educational Assistant - Elementary

Coos Bay SD 9 Eastside School - Coos Bay, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5874562
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 06, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: Educational Assistant (s) - Elementary

Eastside School

Position Description: .896 FTE -35.83 hours per week

Qualifications:

• Completed at least two years of related college education, an AA degree, or meet the Highly Qualified requirements
• Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with young children strongly preferred
• 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 and large group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use e-mail, internet software and word processing software.
• Ability to appropriately communicate with students, teachers, parents and members of the community. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions.
• Hold a valid first aid card.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assists students with lesson assignments in reading, math and/or writing.
• Assists students with developing social and emotional skills to be successful in the classroom.
• Monitors and assists in the progress of students’ abilities in math, writing and reading as directed by teacher.
• Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communication with students.
• Assists the teacher in developing educational materials (copying, laminating, etc).
• Assists the teacher in the set-up and maintenance of the classroom, materials and supplies.
• Assists with loading and unloading children from buses, transitioning kids from classroom to lunchroom, music, recess, library, etc.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff and parents and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries.
• Performs physical labor or assist with hygienetasks as required.
• Maintains regular attendance in order to preserve continuity.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Teacher, Principal and/or Supervisor.

This position does provide a district contribution toward medical, dental and vision benefits

Salary Range:

Closing Date : Open until filled

No employee or applicant for employment shall be subject to discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Coos Bay Public Schools complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. Coos Bay Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a Drug Free and Alcohol Free Workplace. Drug Testing may be a requirement for employment. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.

Position Type: Part Time

Salary: $18.71 to $26.55 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Michelle Barton , Director of Human Resources
• Coos Bay Schools Administration Offices
• Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
• Phone: [phone] x1110
• Email: [e-mail]