Instructional Assistant 1, DLC

Tri City Elementary; Myrtle Creek (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Employer-paid PERS

Job summary

Tri City Elementary in Myrtle Creek, Oregon is seeking an Instructional Assistant 1 to support the DLC program and work with students with moderate to severe impairments. The paraprofessional role requires independence, patience, and the ability to establish respectful relationships with students.

The assignment runs 6.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, for a 10-month term. Salary ranges from $19.51 to $27.63 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life,

Qualifications

• Paraprofessionals require an associate’s degree or the equivalent. Passing the placement test meets this requirement.
• Ability to work independently and follow written and oral directions.
• Must establish respectful relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Work as an instructional assistant under the DLC teacher for students with moderate to severe impairments.
• Assist in supervising students, administering materials, aiding basic skills, and basic physical therapy.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs, including diapering/changing when required.
• Must have physical ability to lift students and transport in a wheelchair, and assist in feeding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent worker

Follow directions

Patience and compassion

Student handling

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Instructional Assistant 1, DLC

SOUTH UMPQUA SD 19 Tri City Elementary - Myrtle Creek, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in SOUTH UMPQUA SD 19

Job Details

Job ID: 5969123

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

South Umpqua School District has an opening atTri City Elementaryfor an Instructional Assistant.

Minimum Qualifications:

Paraprofessionals are required to have at least an associate’s degree or the equivalent of that. Passing the placement Test will meet this requirement. Information about the test can be obtained from the personnel office.

Ability to work independently and follow written and oral directions. Patience, compassion, and understanding required. Must have the ability to establish respectful relationships with students.

Duties: Work as an instructional assistant under the direction of the DLC teacher working with moderate to severely impaired students. Duties would include assistance in supervising students, administering lesson materials, assistance with basic skills, basic physical therapy, and personal hygiene (in some cases, including diapering/changing). Must have physical ability to lift students and transport in a wheelchair, assist in feeding, and other duties as assigned.

Assignment is6.5 hours per day / 5 days per week/10-month employee

Salary Range: $19.51-$27.63 depending on expereince.

This is a benefited position. Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; employer-paid PERS.

For more information contact Tabitha Roberts, 541.863.3115 ext.56008 or [e-mail]

The district will only contact you if you are selected for an interview.

South Umpqua School District is an equal opportunity employerand does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, veterans’ status or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA)

Position Type: Full Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tabitha Roberts
• 558 SW CHADWICK LN
• Myrtle Creek, Oregon 97457
• Phone: [phone] x. 1013
• Email: [e-mail]

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