Educational Assistant - Special Education - Camas Ridge Elementary School

Eugene School District 4J; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Eugene School District 4J is seeking a part-time instructional assistant to support teachers in planning and implementing educational programs for students with developmental or learning disabilities. The role involves instructional assistance, lesson preparation, and data collection on student progress.

The position requires Highly Qualified status under Oregon standards, with documentation showing 72 credits or an associate's or higher degree.

Qualifications

• HQ status requires 2 years of post-secondary study (72 credits or 48 semester credits) with name on transcript
• Associate's or higher degree must be attached to prove HQ status
• Formal state/local academic assessments may satisfy HQ criteria for reading, writing and math proficiency

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in planning and implementing educational and behavioral management programs
• Provide instructional assistance using standardized lessons or teacher-approved materials
• Monitor student progress and mastery via periodic testing and evaluation
• Prepare classroom materials and perform clerical duties
• Work independently and with teachers and assistants, adapting lesson content as needed
• Demonstrate ability to work with diverse student populations and staff

Skills

Reading instruction

Mathematics

Language arts

Clerical tasks

Data recording

Education

Two years post-secondary study (72 credit hours or 48 semester credits)

Associate's or higher degree

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

This is a part-time, 0.6875 FTE/ 5.5 hours per day position working on the CL-192 (192 days per full school year) schedule, Monday to Friday.

Minimum Requirements for the position require you to meet Highly Qualified status, defined by the state of Oregon ORS 581-037-0006. You are required to attach documentation to your application to show you meet the Highly Qualified requirement, a resume will not be sufficient. Incomplete applications may not be processed.

Documentation for Highly Qualified status:

• Official or Unofficial transcripts with your name, showing 2 years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours or 48 semester credits. OR
• Obtaining an associate's or higher degree (attach diploma) OR
• Meeting a rigorous standard of testing through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (attach test scores).

1. The position assists the teacher in planning and implementing educational and behavioral management programs and in providing services that enable students with developmental or other learning disabilities an additional opportunity to benefit from education.
2. Performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process as well as duties of instructional assistance to the teacher using standardized lessons prepared with sample responses, or lessons prepared by teacher, or lessons prepared by assistant and approved by teacher. Monitors student progress and mastery of social and academic skills by means of periodic testing and evaluation.
3. Basic guidelines for class content and objectives are determined by the Supervisor; however, there is considerable latitude for Instructional Assistant autonomy in teaching methods. Considerable time is spent in lesson preparation and review before or after class hours, and students sometimes require additional counseling during after-school hours as well.

1. An ability to work with or lead students in group or individual instructional activities.
2. Knowledge of grammar, math, language arts, social sciences, health, penmanship and reading principles. Ability to adapt standard educational curriculum to the specialized needs of students with learning disabilities.
3. Ability to present instructional material in a clear, sequenced manner while sensitive to the needs of students and to adjust material according to their ability to comprehend.
4. Ability to respond to specialized health care requirements.
5. Ability to observe, interpret and record data involving the academic record and behavior of students.
6. Ability to type, prepare classroom materials or artwork, operate current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.), or perform other clerical duties.
7. Ability to use or learn to use computers and appropriate computer software.
8. Ability to work independently and work harmoniously with other teachers and assistants.
9. Dependability, adaptability, patience, consistency, high level of communication skills, with resourcefulness are helpful, as is ability to deal with stress of working closely with disabled students.
10. Ability to assess situations and act swiftly and appropriately and with sound judgment for the safety and well-being of students and teacher.
11. Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.
12. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff and community populations.

To demonstrate Highly Qualified status as required by ORS 581-037-0005, you will be required to attach documentation to your application to show:

• Completion of at least two years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours, 48 semester units (attach transcript); OR
• Obtaining an associates or higher degree (attach diploma); OR
• Meeting a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrating, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores).

1. Previous training, education, or experience in instructional techniques and behavior management and modification methods.
2. Previous training in basic clerical skills. Demonstrated ability to type.
3. Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

Complete application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions.

We do not accept walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the GovermentJobs website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview. Candidates are interviewed by appointment only. If you apply to more than one job, an application is required for EACH job posting.

ALL required documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.

Required documents for this posting are:

• Highly Qualified (HQ) Documentation as per Minimum Qualifications above.

Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

An Affiant Action / Equal Opportunity