Educational Assistant II - SPED -PT

Young World Physical Education; Metolius (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County School District 509J is seeking an Educational Assistant II for SPED at Metolius Elementary School. The role supports teachers and administrators in a structured classroom setting, with duties adaptable to various educational tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years of age, and adherence to state standards of character. Preferred candidates have 1–2 years in a K-12 district and some college coursework.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet standards of moral character as required of teachers (OAR 584-005-0005).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Educational assistant experience

Education

Two years of college

Associate's degree

Job description

Educational Assistant II - SPED - PT

JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J METOLIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Metolius, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in JEFFERSON COUNTY SD 509J

Job Details

Job ID: 5887050

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

CLOSING DATE: OpenUntil Filled

START DATE: August 31,2026

HOURS: 5.75 hours a day

LOCATION: Metolius Elementary School

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.

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).

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.
• Experience working with students with behavior opportunities

COMPENSATION

• Wage Schedule:$20.20 -$25.86
• Work days:180
• 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: Permanent

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Adam Dietrich , Principal
• METOLIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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