Educational Assistant II-Childcare

EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM in Madras, Oregon, is seeking an Educational Assistant II for childcare on a part-time basis. The role supports teachers and school staff, assisting in instructional activities and student supervision at Madras High School.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 18+, registration with Oregon Registry, CPR/First Aid certification, and a food handlers card. Preference given to those with 1–2 years preschool experience and CDA within a year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent; 18+ years old; Register with Oregon Professional Childcare Registry; First Aid / CPR Certified and hold a food handlers card.
• Two years of study at an institution of higher education; or an Associate’s (or higher) degree; or met a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate through a formal assessment or para-educator program, knowledge of reading, writing and mathematics.
• 1-2 years preschool / childcare experience in a school environment preferred.
• 30 credit hours in Early Childhood or 100 hours of childcare work; CDA within a year after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher or building administrator in a supportive capacity; adapt to various support tasks within the educational environment.
• Work under supervision of licensed educators; schedule own work and determine impediments; minimal planning required.

Skills

First Aid / CPR Certified

Food Handlers Card

Oregon Registry registration

Education

Associate’s or higher degree or two years of college

Job description

Educational Assistant II-Childcare

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Job Details

Job ID: 5952033

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 19, 2026

Job Description

POSITION: Educational Assistant II - Childcare - Part Time

LOCATION: Early Learning Program (Madras High School)

START DATE: October 19, 2026

HOURS: 4 hours a day

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.

Our Students Flourish • Our Staff Cares For Each Other • Our District Gets Better Everyday

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)

All childcare / preschool educational assistants or others employed or contracted in that capacity must:

• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent;
• Be at least 18 years of age;
• Register with Oregon Professional Childcare Registry
• First Aid / CPR Certified and hold a food handlers card.
• Have standards of moral character as required of teachers (OAR 584-005-0005)

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 preschool / childcare experience working in a school environment.
• 30 credit hours in Early Childhood or documented 100 hours of childcare work.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within a year after hire.

COMPENSATION

• Wage Schedule:$20.20-$25.86/hr
• Work days:180 (10 month)
• Personal days, Sick days
• JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Laura Contreras Weiss , Principal
• EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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