Life Skills Special Education Assistant

Lane Education Service District; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane Education Service District in Oregon is seeking candidates for an Instructional Assistant in the Life Skills Program, Candidate Pool. The role supports students with moderate to severe disabilities under licensed teacher supervision, focusing on functional, communication, social, and independent living skills.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional plans, supporting behavior goals, assisting with daily living activities, and collecting student data in alignment with district

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and school staff.
• Ability to follow teacher direction, including written instructional and behavior support plans.
• Preferred: experience with moderate to severe disabilities.
• Preferred: First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support by assisting the classroom teacher with planning and implementing instructional activities.
• Implement instructional strategies to support student development, independence, and participation.
• Support students in developing functional, communication, social, and independent living skills.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care per student plans and procedures.
• Collect student data as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Communicate progress and performance to the classroom teacher.
• Support behavioral and social-emotional goals per student plans.

Skills

Communication

Instructional support

Behavior support

Data collection

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Lane Education Service District in Oregon is seeking candidates for an Instructional Assistant in the Life Skills Program, Candidate Pool. The role supports students with moderate to severe disabilities under licensed teacher supervision, focusing on functional, communication, social, and independent living skills.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional plans, supporting behavior goals, assisting with daily living activities, and collecting student data in alignment with district