Educational Assistant I - Big Muddy

BIG MUDDY SCHOOL; Antelope (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance, AD&D, long-term-dis.

Personal days, sick days

PERS retirement contributions

Job summary

BIG MUDDY SCHOOL in Antelope, OR is seeking an Educational Assistant I for 20 hours per week (Tue–Fri) to assist teachers in a small K‑8 environment on the Big Muddy School campus. The role involves supporting students and following district student-support processes under licensed educator supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 18 years old, and compliance with Oregon vaccination rules for school staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must meet Oregon COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff (OAR 333-019-1030). Vaccine exception forms may be accessed here.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher or building administrator in a supportive capacity.
• Support students in a two-room K-8 setting.
• Follow established systems of student support and manage own schedule.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or two years of college

Job description

Educational Assistant I - Big Muddy

JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J BIG MUDDY SCHOOL - Antelope, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5945830

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

LOCATION: Big Muddy K-8 School (Antelope, OR)

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

START DATE: November 2, 2026

HOURS: 20 hrs/week Tuesday - Friday

Work with studentsin a two room, K-8 school, that sits in a scenic part of Central Oregon! The Big Muddy School is located on the Washington Family Ranch near Antelope, OR, 51 miles NE of Madras, OR. This public school serves the local and outlying community situated on a 65,000 acre private ranch with resort-like facilities.

EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION

Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.

POSITION SUMMARY

The educational assistant shall assist the teacher or building administrator in a supportive capacity. The role of the educational assistant is adaptable to many support tasks within the educational environment.

JOB SCOPE

This position functions under the direction of licensed educators and operates within established systems of student support. The work is somewhat recurring and routine although the position may occasionally encounter some variations from the norm and are encouraged to suggest ways for handling these. The final action is approved by a supervisor. This position has little to no planning responsibility beyond the need to schedule own work and determine impediments to own work schedule.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

(Minimum Qualifications)

• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent;
• Be at least 18 years of age; and
• Have standards of moral character as required of teachers (OAR 584-005-0005).

Title 1A Educational Assistants must have:

• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an Associate’s (or higher) degree; or met a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate through a formal state, or local academic assessment or para-educator certificate program, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing: Reading, writing, and mathematics; or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate (Assessment is offered by District).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years experience working as an educational assistant in a k-12 school district.
• Some college coursework.

REQUIRED: Must meet Oregon COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff ( OAR 333-019-1030 ). Vaccine Exception Forms may be accessed here: Religious Exception , Medical Exception

COMPENSATION

• Wage Schedule:$19.25 - $24.91/hr
• Work days: 180(10 month)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance, AD&D, Long term disability included (Optional insurances available)
• Personal days, Sick days
• JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution

• Employment contingent upon a successful outcome of Fingerprinting and Background check.
• (The $90.50 fee associated with criminal history record checks & fingerprinting, shall be the responsibility of the individual at the time of hire.)

Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Position Type: Permanent

Contact Information

• Billie White , Principal
• BIG MUDDY SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]