Impactful Special Education Assistant (Part-Time)

Gresham-Barlow School District 10J; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 44,761,000 - 61,334,000; Full time

Job summary

Gresham-Barlow School District 10J is seeking an Educational Assistant Special Education to support students with disabilities under teacher supervision. The role includes instructional help, daily living skills, and health-support tasks in specialized and general classrooms.

Requires at least an associate degree or two years of college, plus criminal clearance and First Aid/CPR. The position involves lifting up to 40 pounds, and work is performed in district schools with standard district hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with school age children preferred.
• Completed associate degree or higher with relevant instruction knowledge.
• Criminal background clearance and First Aid/CPR are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and daily living skills.
• Provide instructional support in group and one-on-one settings.
• Administer basic health care tasks as directed and supervise students.
• Maintain student records and assist with clerical duties.
• Attend training and use district de-escalation techniques when needed.

Skills

Child development

Clerical skills

Computer literacy

English communication

Reading and math support

Special needs support

Independence / teamwork

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree or higher

Two years of college (72 quarter hours) or equivalent

Ability to assist in reading, writing, math

Tools

Email

Word processing

Job description

Gresham-Barlow School District 10J is seeking an Educational Assistant Special Education to support students with disabilities under teacher supervision. The role includes instructional help, daily living skills, and health-support tasks in specialized and general classrooms.

Requires at least an associate degree or two years of college, plus criminal clearance and First Aid/CPR. The position involves lifting up to 40 pounds, and work is performed in district schools with standard district hours.