Educational Assistant - Special Education (PASS) 2025/2026 School Year

Gresham-Barlow School District; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Special Education Assistant to support students with diverse needs. This role involves collaborating with teachers to implement lesson plans, providing instructional support in various settings, and ensuring the well-being of students. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of child development principles and effective communication skills, contributing to a positive learning environment. Join a team committed to fostering success and inclusivity in education, where your efforts will make a significant impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about education and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with school-age children, either paid or volunteer.
• Knowledge of child development principles and instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Support special education teachers in implementing lesson plans.
• Provide instructional support to students in various settings.
• Administer first aid and maintain student records.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Instructional Practices

Effective Communication

Clerical Functions

Basic Arithmetic Calculations

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Behavioral Skills Support

Education

Associate's Degree or Higher

Two Years of Study at Higher Education

Tools

Computer Programs (Email, Word Processing)

Job description

Position Type:
Classified Special Education/ Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS)

Date Posted:
4/14/2025

Location:
Gresham High School

Experience Required: Prior job-related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children

Education Required: Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and First Aid/CPR card and Bloodborne Pathogen training

Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices

Performing basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations

Using computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing)

Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling, grammar and punctuation)

Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies

Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions

Providing for special health care needs of students

Understanding and addressing students with special needs

Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations

Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team

Planning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision

Handling multiple projects, and tasks to meet scheduled deadlines

Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds

Works under the guidance and direction of Special Education Teacher, Specialist, and/or classroom teacher with access to assistance and consultation

Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in implementing lesson plans and/or developing students' daily living and behavioral skills (e.g. hygiene and grooming, anger-management, social skills) both in special classrooms and in the general education setting

Provides instructional support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.

Adapts classroom work/homework under the direction of the teacher to support and/or reinforce individual and classroom learning objectives

Administers first aid, medical assistance and delegated health services (e.g. tube feeding to students, catheterization, toileting) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children

Maintains specialized equipment identified for individual or classroom use for the purpose of addressing student learning needs and ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment

Maintains classroom equipment and student files/records as pertains to special education files/records to ensure a safe and appropriate learning environment, including database entries for student collections and Medicaid billing purposes

Monitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment and addressing individual student learning needs

Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, etc. to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials and supporting home-to-school/school-to-home communications

Attend training, maintain a valid certificate (if applicable), and utilizes district approved de-escalation and physical intervention techniques when needed in both specialized and general education classroom settings and in non-instructional locations within and around the school environment

Develops materials for student IEP implementation

Uses progress monitoring tools under the guidance of the teacher for the purpose of determining student learning outcomes and collects other student performance data as directed by the teacher and/or specialist

Evaluates situations to take appropriate action and/or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution

Working Conditions: Work is performed in district schools, in both specialized and general education classrooms as well as other areas across the school environment; involves continuous strenuous efforts such as lifting students up to 50 lbs. without additional support; and may involve exposure to students needing personal, hygiene, medical care and/or physical interventions

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities to meet the needs of assigned students and the Special Education program

Participates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skills/knowledge

Confers with teachers and specialists for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing of students' objectives

Assists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of students on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, arranging for the transportation needs of students, and may include riding the bus with the student to and from school beginning and ending in a designated location.

Attends workshops, staff development classes, seminars and other meetings for continued professional growth

Performs other related duties as determined by the teacher, specialist or school administrator, which are indicated to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of students within the scope of their job

Ability to:

• sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time
• talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment
• use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as keyboarding
• reach for and handle objects
• use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Regularly focus on a computer screen

Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion

Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.

Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and parents

Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting

Exercise prudent judgment

Work independently in the performance of routine duties

Follow all District policies and work procedures

Utilize the District’s electronic systems and applications only as related to the position

Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position

If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested

Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment

Application Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members April 18, 2025. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.

Projected Start Date: Approximately August 27, 2025. Exact date to be determined by the district.

This is position to start in the 2025/2026 School Year

7.0 hours/day, 187 days/year

Salary Range 13 $24.35 to $33.37/hour

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any education programs, activities or employment.

Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.