Elementary Instructional Assistant

DOUGLAS ESD; Riddle (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

DOUGLAS ESD RIDDLE SCHOOL DISTRICT in Riddle, Oregon, is seeking a full-time Elementary Instructional Assistant. This role covers 7 hours per day, 5 days a week, starting immediately to support kindergarten instruction.

The position assists teaching staff with group and one-on-one instructional tasks, maintains records, supervises students, and upholds confidentiality. Salary ranges from $17.28 to $19.63 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to two years' related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must meet current Federal Department of Education requirements.
• Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with children strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff by performing instructional tasks with students in large groups, small groups and one-on-one settings, record keeping, and supervision.
• Assist in monitoring classroom management and follow district discipline procedures.
• Perform clerical functions in student record keeping and maintain accurate files.

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Job description

Elementary Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901859

Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Elementary Instructional Assistant - Riddle School District

Riddle School District seeks qualified applicants for the full-time position of Instructional Assistant in the kindergarten classroom. 7 hours per day / 5 days per week.

JOB SUMMARY: This position assists teaching staff by performing instructional tasks with students in large groups, small groups and one-on-one settings, record keeping, and supervision. Performs duties with moderate supervision.

SALARY/PAY RATE: $17.28 - $19.63 per hour (Depending on experience)

• Assist teachers in the planning and implementation of learning experiences of students enrolled in programs; confer with the teacher to provide feedback on student performance, progress, and testing activities.
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assist in monitoring classroom management in accordance with the district's discipline procedures, which may include the physical restraint, physical movement, lifting and carrying of students. Training in these procedures is provided.
• Perform various clerical functions in student record keeping, monitor assignments, IEP development, maintain accurate files, and other related functions.
• Provide supervision of students in buildings or other school areas and school-related activities (i.e., hall duty, at assemblies, in lunch and playground areas, or with school buses as required).
• Assist in handling discipline problems in accordance with the district's discipline procedures and student’s specific behavior support plan.
• Occasionally perform physical activities which may include moving and/or lifting of students with physical disabilities, moving, lifting, and/or physically restraining of students with emotional and/or behavioral disabilities.
• Occasionally work with students who require attention to basic feeding and personal hygiene needs including potty training or diaper changes.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or one to two years' related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must meet current Federal Department of Education requirements.
• Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with children strongly preferred.

Background Check Conducted

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Riddle SD policy provides veterans and disable veterans with preference as required by law.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $17 to $19 Per Hour

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• ESD HR
• 1409 NE Diamond Lake #110
• Suite 110
• Roseburg, Oregon 97470
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]