Instructional Assistant, DLC - Special Education Support

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

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,