Educational Assistant Special Education

Seaside School District; Seaside (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Oregon state retirement

Job summary

Seaside School District seeks an Educational Assistant Special Education to support classroom teachers in both special and general education settings. The role includes supervising students and aiding in academic, social, and functional skill development per IEPs, with a focus on inclusive learning environments.

Requirements include a high school diploma and background check clearance, plus preferred computer skills and meeting paraprofessional standards through college credits or WorkKeys.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).
• Basic computer/technology skills.
• Two years of college, Associates degree or pass WorkKeys skills test.

Responsibilities

• Assists students, individually or in groups, with instructional tasks and social-emotional skill development.
• Works directly with students with disabilities and disabling conditions.
• Develops academics, communication and functional skills per IEP.
• Supervises students in all settings ensuring safety and security at all times.
• Assists with arrival/departure routines, including riding buses.

Skills

Basic computer/technology skills

Education

2 years of college / Associates degree or WorkKeys

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Educational Assistant Special Education

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Classroom Teacher

JOB SUMMARY

To assist classroom teachers with individual and/or small group learning in special and general education classrooms and provide student supervision as needed. Staff will be asked to support students with a variety of needs, which could include academic, social, functional and behavioral supports. A primary focus is the establishment of a positive learning environment that promotes a high level of achievement and inclusion for all students. Full job description available upon request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer/technology skills.
• Ability to meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional standards (2 years of college, Associates degree or pass WorkKeys skills test).

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists students, individually or in groups, with instructional tasks, social-emotional skill development, and activities of daily living as assigned by the teacher.
• Works directly with student(s) with disabilities and disabling conditions.
• Assists students with the development of academics, communication, and functional skills (including feeding & toileting), appropriate behavior and self-regulation, personal hygiene, grooming, cleaning, etc. as per the students Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Supervises students in all school settings ensuring safety and security at all times,
• Provides supervision for and assists with arrival and departure routines, including riding bus routes and loading/ unloading children from buses.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Works a school year calendar, approximately 184 days at FTE 0.9375. Based on current OSEA salary schedule and negotiated agreement, salary at code 10 - $22.07 - $25.45/hour with excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year. Benefit information can be found at www.seasidek12.or.us/hr/benefits .

The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice. For further information or assistance, contact the Director of Special Services at [phone]. Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900

2600 Spruce Drive, Suite 100
Seaside, OR 97138
503-738-5591
503-738-3471
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