Educational Assistant- Emotional Growth Center

Sunset; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset in Coos Bay, Oregon seeks an Emotional Growth Center Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges while reinforcing academic concepts. This role collaborates with the Emotional Growth Center Teacher and Behavior Support Specialist to implement targeted interventions.

The Educational Assistant will assist with instruction, monitor student progress, and help communicate with families and the team. A calm, patient, collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college or an AA, or passing paraprofessional exam.
• Experience with students with emotional/behavioral challenges preferred.
• Ability to stay calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player, able to collaborate with teachers and specialists.

Responsibilities

• Support students in managing behaviors using de-escalation techniques and interventions.
• Assist in developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills and self-regulation.
• Help implement routines, visual cues, and behavioral management strategies.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support and monitor progress.

Skills

Patience

Emotional resilience

Strong communication

Education

Two years of college or AA

Job description

Educational Assistant- Emotional Growth Center

Coos Bay SD 9 Sunset - Coos Bay, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5917029
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 20, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

One Compass, One Crew, One Mission

The Coos Bay School District is accepting applications for an experienced

Emotional Growth Center Assistants

Title:

Emotional Growth Center Assistant (s)

Reports To:

Director of Special Education and Principal

Department/ Location:

Special Education

Bargaining Unit:

OSEA 33

Hours / FTE:

No. of Work Days:

186

Salary Schedule:

D

Job Category:

Classified

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Educational Assistant in the Emotional Growth Center will collaborate closely with the Emotional Growth Center Teacher and Behavior Support Specialist to support students with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. This role involves implementing strategies to address students' emotional and behavioral needs, while reinforcing academic concepts. The Educational Assistant will assist in teaching or reinforcing intervention strategies, ensuring the individual learning needs of each student are met.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Behavior Support: Support students in managing challenging behaviors by using de-escalation techniques and behavioral interventions, in alignment with strategies developed by the teacher.
• Provide support for students in developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills, including strategies for self-regulation, managing frustration, and resolving conflicts.
• Maintain a structured, supportive classroom environment by assisting with the implementation of routines, visual cues, and behavioral management strategies.

• Support Instruction: Assist the Emotional Growth Center Teacher in providing individualized academic instruction and interventions through one-on-one instruction and small group settings.
• Support students with specific learning needs by implementing accommodations and modifications outlined in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Assist with monitoring and documenting student progress, behavior, and intervention effectiveness as directed by the teacher.

• Professional Development and Collaboration: Participate in professional development sessions as required by the school or district.
• Work collaboratively with the teacher, related service providers, and other support staff to ensure all students receive the appropriate services and supports.
• Assist in communicating with students, families, and team members regarding student progress and any concerns.

• Other Duties as Assigned:
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and resources for students.
• Assist students during lunch, recess, drop off, and pick up, ensuring their safety and well‑being.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Emotional Growth Center Teacher, Case Manager, Director of Special Education, Principal, and/or Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of at least two years of relevant college education or an Associate's Degree (AA) or meeting Highly Qualified requirements by passing the Paraprofessional Exam.
• Prior experience working with students with emotional, behavioral, or learning challenges is preferred.
• Ability to maintain patience, emotional resilience, and a calm demeanor in challenging situations.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of behavioral management strategies and de‑escalation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with teachers, specialists, and administrators.
• Experience or training in special education or social‑emotional learning preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequency Key: None (N); Occasional - up to 25% of shift (O); Intermittently – up to 50% of shift (I); Frequently – up to 75% of shift (F).

Bend F

Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. F

Twist F

Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs. I

Squat F

Lift/Carry 26-40 lbs. O

Kneel F

Lift/Carry 40-100 lbs. O

Climb O

Stand F

Reach Above Shoulders I

Walk F

Grip/Grasp F

Sit F

Extend/Flex Neck F

Drive N

Use Dominant Hand F

Perform Repetitive Hand Motions F

Use Non-Dominant Hand F

Keyboard/ Mouse Work F

Ability to See F

Ability to Hear F

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environments combine a standard classroom setting including standard classroom equipment (assistive technology, copier, phone, Chromebook or computer, audio/visual equipment etc.) in a standard school setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and/or physically and emotionally dysregulated students.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This 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) whenever it deems advisable

The position will remain open until a our ideal team members have been selected!

For more information please contactMichelle Bartonin Human Resources

[e-mail] or[phone] x 1110

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Students, their families, employees and potential employees of the Coos Bay School District 9 are hereby notified that the Coos Bay School System does not discriminate on the basis of perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status in employment, vocational programs, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.

The district prohibits discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to; in employment, assignment and promotion of personnel; in educational opportunities and services offered students; in student assignments to schools and classes; in student discipline; in location and use of facilities; in educational offerings and materials.

Position Type: Full Time
Salary: $19.32 to $26.38 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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