INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - Lincoln Savage Middle School (2026/27)

Young World Physical Education; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 23,694 - 30,017; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Contributions to PERS retirement accounts

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Lincoln Savage Middle School in Grants Pass, Oregon. This position requires supporting students in grades 6-8, supervising duties, and assisting teachers as needed.

The ideal candidate is self-directed, holds a high school diploma or GED, and has either two years of college coursework or an Associate’s Degree. A comprehensive benefits package is included, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Must qualify as a highly qualified para-professional.
• Bilingual and biliterate candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in grades 6–8 with learning tasks.
• Work closely with teachers as needed.
• Supervise students during various activities.

Skills

Initiative and self-direction

Ability to discipline with dignity

Working with students in grades 6-8

Education

Two years of college coursework or an Associate’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT – Lincoln Savage Middle School (2026/27)

Job ID: 5744074

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 28, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Date Posted: 5/28/2026

Location: Lincoln Savage Middle School, Grants Pass, Oregon

Hours per Day: 7 hours

Days per Week: 4 days

Days per Year: 155 days

Closing Date and Time: Open Until Filled

Salary: $17.20 – $21.79 per hour (Step 1 through 9 based on experience)

Job Description

Assist students in grades 6‑8, working with teachers as needed, taking initiative, being self‑directed, supervising duties, and disciplining with dignity. Candidates must meet the standard for a highly qualified para‑professional. Bilingual and biliterate candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Able to work with students in grades 6–8
• Initiative and self‑direction
• Assist teacher as needed / Supervision duties as needed
• Ability to discipline with dignity
• Must qualify or be able to meet the standard for a highly qualified para‑professional

Requirements

• Submit resume, letter of interest, and letter(s) of recommendation
• Two (2) years of college coursework or an Associate’s Degree (may be waived pending a successful skills test administered by the district)
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Fingerprint verification required

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; contributions to PERS retirement accounts.

Contact Information

Human Resource Department

Three Rivers School District

• PO Box 160, Murphy, OR 97533
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 5249
• Email: [e-mail]
• Title IX Coordinator: Casey Alderson, 541-862-3111, 8550 New Hope Rd.

Three Rivers School District is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, or age. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.