Educational Associate - Early Childhood Special Education

Edina Public Schools; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending plans

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) participation

Paid time off

Job summary

Edina Public Schools in Medford, Oregon is seeking an Educational Associate for Early Childhood Special Education. The role focuses on assisting teachers and supporting students with various academic and functional tasks. Ideal candidates should have an Associate's degree or two years of post-secondary education and experience working with students.

The position offers a salary range from $23.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, as part of a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and participation in a pension program.

Qualifications

• Assist teachers and support students with academic, social, motor, behavioral, health, and life skills.
• Work one-on-one and with small groups in instructional reinforcement and support.

Responsibilities

• Support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission and vision.
• Provide academic and social support to students in Special Education.

Skills

Experience working with students

Experience with diverse student populations

Instructional reinforcement

Education

Associate's Degree or 60 semester credits

Job description

Educational Associate - Early Childhood Special Education JobID: 9355

• Date Posted: 6/5/2026
• Location: Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
• Date Available: 09/02/2026

Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student's educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,600 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district's early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program.

Educational Associate - Early Childhood Special Education

Location: Early Learning and Family Center | Status: Non-exempt | Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 2:45 pm | Days: Student contact days only

Position Summary

With the focus to support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission, vision, and core values, the Educational Associate for Special Education assists teachers and supports students with academic, social, motor, behavioral, health, life skills, and other functional tasks. Educational Associates for Special Education work one-on-one and with small groups of students in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student support and learning assistance.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate's Degree or at least two years of post-secondary education (a minimum of 60 semester credits), or a passing score on the ParaPro assessment
• Experience working with students
• Experience working with diverse student populations

Salary Range

Salary Range: The wage for this position ranges from $23.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Most candidates will start at the entry-level rate of $23.00 per hour. However, candidates with prior work experience in a related field may be eligible for a starting rate of up to $23.70 per hour. For those with direct experience in this specific role, the starting rate may exceed $23.70 per hour, depending on their qualifications and experience. These decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis, in consideration of the individual's experience and the school district's budget.

All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.

Benefits

Benefits: Edina Public Schools provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as flexible spending plans. All employees participate in the state's largest pension program, the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). In addition, employees can participate in the 403(b) retirement program, with eligibility for a district match based on the terms and conditions outlined in the employee work agreement. Eligible employees also receive paid time off in accordance with the provisions outlined in the employee work agreement.

Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.