Educational Assistant II - SPED

BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability included

Personal and sick days

Job summary

Bridges High School in Madras, Oregon seeks an Educational Assistant II (SPED) to support teachers and students in a dynamic special education setting. The position is full-time, 7.0 hours per day, with a Sep 9, 2026 start date and a 180-day work year.

This role involves direct student support and collaboration with licensed staff. Qualifications include a HS diploma, 18+, First Aid/CPR/EpiPen/Medication Administration credentials, and preferred 1–2 years in a K-12 educational assistant role or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 18+ years old.
• Must obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/EpiPen/Medication Administration certs.
• Two years of college or an Associate’s degree or higher.
• Preferred: 1–2 years as an educational assistant in K-12.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher or building administrator in a supportive capacity.
• Support diverse student needs within the educational environment.
• Schedule own work and coordinate with supervisors; limited planning required.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher

First Aid/CPR/EpiPen/MED administration certs

Job description

Educational Assistant II - SPED

JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL - MADRAS, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J

Job Details

Job ID: 5913061

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 9, 2026

Job Description

START DATE: September 9, 2026

LOCATION: Bridges High School

HOURS: 7.0 hours a day

EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITIONJefferson 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 SUMMARYThe 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 SCOPEThis 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 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; and
• Have standards of moral character as required of teachers (OAR 584-005-0005).
• Have or obtain, and maintain First Aid/CPR/Epi Pen/Medication Administration certifications

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.

COMPENSATION

• Wage Schedule:$20.20 - $25.86 per hour
• 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

Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Jessica Swagger , Principal
• BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]