Educational Assistant I, Special Education Support

OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 39,047,000 - 51,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Grove Elementary is seeking a Special Education Assistant I to support teachers in the instructional setting and provide direct student contact to facilitate learning. The role emphasizes assisting students with diverse needs under teacher direction.

duties include behavior support, record-keeping, and collaboration on IEP-related tasks. This is a permanent 7.0 hour/day position for the 2026-2027 school year, starting Aug 24, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must meet current highly qualified requirements.
• Ability to interact with teachers, staff, students and families.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in the instructional setting and maintains classroom discipline.
• Organizes and manages student work under teacher direction.
• Reads aloud to students and assists with computer programs and testing programs.
• Works directly with students with a variety of special needs and implements planned activities for instructional support.
• Supervises students in various activities including playground, cafeteria, and field trips.

Skills

Student support

Classroom assistance

Communication in English

Education

Paraprofessional certification

Tools

Computer use

Job description

Oak Grove Elementary is seeking a Special Education Assistant I to support teachers in the instructional setting and provide direct student contact to facilitate learning. The role emphasizes assisting students with diverse needs under teacher direction.

duties include behavior support, record-keeping, and collaboration on IEP-related tasks. This is a permanent 7.0 hour/day position for the 2026-2027 school year, starting Aug 24, 2026.