Elementary Instructional Assistant — Part-Time Support

RIDGES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Ridges Elementary School in Sherwood, Oregon is seeking an Instructional Assistant I for the General Education program. This 0.375 FTE position (approximately 3 hours per day) starts August 26, 2026 and reports to the school administrator or designee.

The role supports teachers and students with instructional and non-instructional tasks, helps maintain a safe learning environment, assists with assessments, behavior management and data input, and collaborates to implement IEPs and district

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to learn and implement new programs.
• Positive attitude.
• Excellent communication, organizational and management skills.
• Ability to work well with children and teachers.
• Comprehend and follow written and oral instructions and complete work within established timelines.
• Basic technology skills.
• Support individual students IEPs and behavior plans.
• Assist with supervision of students.
• Communicate student expectations.
• Administer school-wide assessments.
• Behavior management interventions/strategies.
• Data input.
• Establish a positive learning environment and respond to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in the social and educational development of the students.
• Implement district mandated intervention programs under teacher guidance.
• Provide teachers data to document student progress.
• Understand and maintain district guidelines regarding safety and confidentiality.
• Provide students a safe and secure environment at all times; supervise playground, cafeteria, crosswalks.
• Clerical support and simple maintenance of school equipment and supplies.
• Work with a variety of students and gain training to work effectively.
• Employ good judgment in emergencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with supervisor, staff and general public.
• Prepare instructional materials related to assignment.
• Supervise students in playground, cafeteria and crosswalks.
• Administer minor first aid.
• Confer with teachers concerning programs and materials.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Technology basics

Discipline and behavior support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ridges Elementary School in Sherwood, Oregon is seeking an Instructional Assistant I for the General Education program. This 0.375 FTE position (approximately 3 hours per day) starts August 26, 2026 and reports to the school administrator or designee.

The role supports teachers and students with instructional and non-instructional tasks, helps maintain a safe learning environment, assists with assessments, behavior management and data input, and collaborates to implement IEPs and district