FWS - Instructional Assistant - Forest Grove Community School (CSWS)

Pacific University; Forest Grove (OR); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacific University is seeking a work-study Instructional Assistant for Forest Grove Community School, on-site at 1914 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove. Wage is $16.80/hr for the 2026-27 academic year, with hours during school hours (Mon–Fri 8:30–3:10).

The role supports teachers across grades 1–8, aiding preparation and instructional activities. Responsibilities include materials prep, curriculum support, classroom upkeep, and leading small-group activities after appropriate training.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with children.
• Patience, flexibility, reliability.
• Clear communication and active listening skills.
• Understanding of educational practices and child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support for teachers serving grades 1–8.
• Assist in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards, equipment for instructional activities.
• Help prepare for changing curriculum to meet diverse needs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, orderly environment for students.
• Lead small group activities/lessons with appropriate training.

Skills

Work with children

Patience & flexibility

Clear communication

Understanding of education

Job description

FWS - Instructional Assistant - Forest Grove Community School (CSWS)

Overview

Category

Student

Description

This position is only open to current Pacific University Students

Location: Off Campus at Forest Grove Community School (1914 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove)

Wage: $16.80/hr

Length of employment:2026-27 academic year

Purpose of Position: We are a small charter school that serves students in grades 1 through 8. We have a unique educational program that emphasizes experiential education and supports the development of scholarship, stewardship and citizenship skills in our students.

Work study students who work with us gain a host of important skills needed for working with children in any setting but especially in schools

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide general classroom support for teachers. We serve students in grades 1 through 8. This position may work with any of these grades.

• Assist teacher(s) in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing, and/or grouping materials supporting instructional activities planned by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assist teachers and other staff in maintaining a clean and orderly environment for students.
• Check objective tests and mark errors but not assign a score.
• Lead small group activities/lessons, following appropriate training.

Hours are flexible but must be during school hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30-3:10)

Competencies to Practice:

• Engaging Diversity
• Supervisor / Recruiter: Contact Pacific Opportunity Hub ([e-mail]) to be connected with on-site supervisor

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to work well with children
• Patience, flexibility, reliability
• Clear communication and active listening skills
• Understanding of educational practices and child development