High School - Instructional Assistant - Self-Contained Classroom

North Marion High School; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Aurora, Oregon, is seeking a qualified Instructional Assistant for a self-contained special education classroom. This full-time role requires supporting students with diverse learning needs through personalized instruction and care. Ideal candidates should be bilingual in Spanish and possess strong communication skills. The role emphasizes collaboration with educators to enhance student success in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to support students with diverse learning needs.
• Willingness to provide personal care assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support individualized instruction and learning plans.
• Implement IEP goals and behavior supports.
• Monitor student behavior and support de-escalation.

Skills

Bilingual - Spanish Speaking

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

High School - Instructional Assistant - Self-Contained Classroom

North Marion School District 15 North Marion High School - Aurora, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5500887

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 15, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

North Marion High School is seeking a qualified Instructional Assistant to support students in a self-contained special education classroom. This role is an essential part of our instructional team, working closely with licensed staff to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support in a structured and inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate is patient, flexible, and committed to helping students thrive through consistent routines, positive relationships, and high expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Under teacher direction, support individualized instructionand learning plans for each student.
• Implement IEP goals, accommodations, and behavior supports across school settings.
• Provide personal care and assist with adaptive equipment and assistive technology as needed.
• Monitor student behavior, support de-escalation, and follow safety and crisis protocols.
• Collect and share student progress data with instructional and support staff.
• Maintain a safe, structured environment and collaborate with the educational team to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bilingual - Spanish SpeakingPreferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to support students with cognitive, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral needs
• Willingness and ability to provide personal care assistance and meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while working collaboratively with diverse students, families, and staff.

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North Marion School District offers the best of both worlds—a close-knit, small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregon’s surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive, welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work in a district that values people, place, and purpose, we encourage you to apply and consider joining the North Marion team.

North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, and/or disability of employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Position Type: Full Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• 20256 Grim Rd NE
• Aurora, Oregon 97002
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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