Life Skills Instructional Assistant

Brookings; Brookings, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Brookings-Harbor School District 17C seeks a Life Skills Instructional Assistant for Kalmiopsis Elementary School. You will support teachers by preparing materials, assisting in small groups, and supervising students to ensure a safe, productive learning environment.

Responsibilities include reinforcing instruction, scoring assessments, and maintaining records. Candidates should have two years of post-secondary education or an equivalent, with strong English communication and organizational

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education or an Associate degree, preferably with coursework in working with children.
• If not, a High School Diploma or equivalent plus a qualifying assessment measuring reading, writing and math is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups or individuals to reinforce instruction.
• Assist in instruction and presentation of materials as directed by the Teacher.
• Prepare, administer, and score tests and assessments.
• Supervise student activities and maintain classroom safety and order.
• Maintain student records and clerical tasks as directed.
• Communicate with parents and staff as needed.

Skills

Communication

Data collection

English proficiency

Classroom management

Education

Two years post-secondary education or Associate degree

High School Diploma with qualifying assessment

Tools

Office equipment operation

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Brookings Harbor School District 17C

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Life Skills Aide
• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
• Location:
  Kalmiopsis Elementary School
• Date Available:
  2026-2027
• Closing Date:
  10/01/2026

Brookings-Harbor School District 17C

Kalmiopsis Elementary School
Life Skills Instructional Assistant
7 Hours Per Day

PURPOSE: The Life Skills Instructional Assistant assists the Teacher in the delivery of an instructional program, through preparation of the classroom and materials, and through working with individual and small groups of students. The Instructional Assistant also provides supervision of student activities in order to ensure that the school maintains a safe and orderly environment.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Vice-Principal and/or Director of Special Programs

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District's Mission.
• Assists in the academic instruction and presentation of instructional materials by individually working with small groups of students, or individual students:
  • reinforcing instruction.
  • following up on specific language, spelling, reading, mathematics and other subject-area activities as directed by the Teacher.
  • monitoring and overseeing student tasks, practices and assignments in various subjects.
• Provides classroom support to the Teacher by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
• Supervises a variety of student activities including playground, cafeteria, bus loading, field trips, and other areas where students gather.
• Confers with teachers concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs.
• Prepares, administers, and scores various tests and assignments as directed, including proficiency placement tests.
• Provides assistance to students as the students review and complete classroom assignments, homework, and projects.
• Encourages acceptable student behavior and assists in maintaining classroom discipline. Guides and reinforces student understanding of classroom rules and procedures.
• Assists students by answering questions, providing proper examples of work expectations, and offering general guidance.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties using basic office equipment, computers, word processing software, spreadsheets, classroom software, and classroom computer programs:
  • Ordering, preparing, administering and correcting instructional materials.
  • Generating computer documents and duplicating materials.
  • Preparing lists and other documents, processing forms and applications.
  • Maintaining student records and files as directed.
  • Assembling materials, preparing individual profile charts, accounting for students.
  • Making phone calls of a general nature to parents.
  • Compiling information and materials and preparing reports as requested.
• Works with accuracy and attention to detail to meet deadlines.
• Understands and executes oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other members of the school staff, students, and parents. Effectively works and communicates with students, parents, and staff from diverse cultures or backgrounds including those who speak limited or no English.

The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered anall-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals mayat timesperform other duties as assigned which could includework in otherfunctional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed two years of post-secondary education or an Associates degree, preferably including coursework in working with children in an educational setting.
• In lieu of Item 1 above, must possess both of the following:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, and
  • Passing score on a qualifying state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. (In order to qualify, this assessment must meet the requirements of the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Information about qualifying assessments is available in the Human Resources office.)
• Must possess an understanding of child development principles and practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other employees and students using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
• Must be able to collect data and perform basic mathematical functions.
• Must be able to communicate in written and spoken English with accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as computer, word processor, calculator and photocopier.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Instructional Assistant works primarily within the classroom and other areas of the school building and grounds where students may congregate. Although the primary work is indoors, the Instructional Assistant frequently works outdoors supervising students, in variable weather conditions including inclement weather. The incumbent must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. The incumbent must be able to observe multiple students across large and small physical spaces and attend to individual student's needs while ensuring that other students are not unattended. The incumbent will need to walk quickly at times, and assume various physical postures associated with instruction and caring for students, including:

• pushing and pulling;
• lifting up to 25 lbs;
• bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching;
• speaking and hearing often in a noisy environment.

Potential exposures include, but are not limited to: blood-borne pathogens; aggressive behavior from students; cold and hot temperatures; and inclement and severe weather. The position involves high level of interaction with children from multiple and diverse backgrounds, many of whom have particular or unique physical and affective needs. Travel to multiple sites may be required. Occasional attendance at meetings or activities outside of the normal worksite may be required.

Work Year: 10 month
Employee Group: Classified BHEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Date Revised: June 1, 2015

The Brookings-Harbor School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Brookings-Harbor School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment.

Postings current as of 9/23/2026 8:11:01 AM CST.

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