Educational Assistant - (Reading Intervention)

Madison Elementary; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS matching

Job summary

Madison Elementary in Coos Bay, Oregon is seeking an Educational Assistant to support reading intervention under the guidance of the Intervention Specialist. You will work with small groups or individuals to reinforce literacy lessons and monitor progress throughout the program.

Requirements include two years of college or an AA, and prior experience with students with diverse learning needs. This 10-month position offers benefits through the district and collaborates with a team of educators.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with elementary students in small groups or individually.
• Familiarity with Special Education laws and policies preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Intervention Specialist in delivering targeted reading interventions.
• Provide instructional support to students with varying learning needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce lessons.
• Monitor progress and document observations for progress reporting.
• Support in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist in maintaining a productive and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Ability to work with elementary stude

Independence and judgment

Adaptability

Education

AA or two years college

Job description

Educational Assistant - (Reading Intervention)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

One Compass, One Crew, One Mission

The Coos Bay School District is accepting applications for experienced

Educational Assistant- Reading Intervention

10 month employee group

Job Title:Educational Assistant - (Reading Intervention)

Reports To: Principal and Reading Intervention Specialist

Job Description:

This position works under the guidance of the Intervention Specialist to provide academic support and assistance to students accessing Title 1 Reading support. This position requires working with small groups or individual students to provide lessons, reinforce lessons, implement intervention strategies, and support the educational needs of all students in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Instruction:

• Assist the Intervention Specialist in delivering targeted interventions and instructional support to students with varying learning needs.
• Provide support to students with a variety of learning profiles, including students with disabilities or other unique educational needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce lessons, provide additional explanation, and ensure understanding of content.
• Support students with specific learning needs that were identified with data and curriculumprotocols.

Monitor Student Progress:

• Monitor and track student progress, document observations and provide feedback to the Intrevention Specialist and Case Manager (if applcable)regarding academic performance and behavior.
• Assist in managing classroom behavior and implementing strategies to maintain a productive and respectful learning environment.

Professional Development and Collaboration:

• Participate in professional development sessions as required by the school or district.
• Work collaboratively with the teacher, related service providers, and other support staff to ensure all students receive the appropriate services and supports.
• Assist in communicating with students, families, and team members regarding student progress and any concerns.

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Assist in preparing instructional materials, resources, and classroom displays as directed by the Intervention Specialist.
• Assist students during lunch, recess, drop off, and pick up, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the building designee
• Maintain regular attendance to ensure consistency in support and learning and follow the prescribed daily schedule as outlined.

Qualifications:

• Completion of at least two years of relevant college education or an Associate's Degree (AA), or meeting Highly Qualified requirements by passing the Paraprofessional Exam.
• Prior successful experience working with students with a variety of learning needs.
• Familiarity with Special Education laws, regulations, and policies is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with, and lead, elementary students in group and individual activities.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to adapt in an environment with changing priorities and needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms, and use a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The work environments combine a standard classroom setting including standard classroom equipment (assistivetechnology, copier, phone, Chromebook or computer, audio/visual equipment etc.) in a standard school setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and/or physically and emotionally dysregulated students.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee Group-Classified 10 month - OSEA Chapter 33

Reports To: Principal and Intervention Specialist

We offer a competitive benefit package, including PERS matching

Salary depends on experienceand talent of candidate.

For more information please contactMichelle Bartonin Human Resources

[e-mail] or[phone] x 1110

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Students, their families, employees and potential employees of the Coos Bay School District 9 are hereby notified that the Coos Bay School System does not discriminate on the basis of perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status in employment, vocational programs, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to; in employment, assignment and promotion of personnel; in educational opportunities and services offered students; in student assignments to schools and classes; in student discipline; in location and use of facilities; in educational offerings and materials.

Educational Assistant - (Reading Intervention)

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Job Details

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $18.71 to $26.55 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle Barton , Director of Human Resources
• Coos Bay Schools Administration Offices
• Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
• Phone: [phone] x1110
• Email: [e-mail]