Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Greater-Albany-Public-Schools; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Albany Public School District 8J in Albany, Oregon, is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support a student or group who are severely impaired or medically fragile under the direct supervision of a teacher.

The role prioritizes personal care over academics, with a 7-hour shift, 183 days on a specialized calendar. This position is based in the Community Transition Program and aims to help students reach their goals.

Qualifications

• Assist an individual student who is severely impaired or medically fragile under direct supervision.
• Carry out student plans and protocols; personal care is primary, academic help secondary.
• Internal applicants only.

Responsibilities

• Assist an individual student or group of students who are severely impaired or medically fragile.
• Carry out specific student plans and protocols under teacher supervision.
• Personal care is primary; academic assistance is secondary.

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Greater Albany Public School District 8J

Greater Albany Public School District 8J

• Position Type: Student Support Staff-Classified/ PCA-Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/3/2026
• Location: Community Transition Program (CTP)

Position Name: Personal Care Assistant
Classification: Classified
Salary Level: $19.78 - $24.33 (25/26 rate)
Location: Community Transition Program
Reports to: Special Programs Director and / or Coordinator
Shift: 7 hours per day
Work Calendar: 183 days, 9 month Specialized Calendar, Secondary

Position Overview: The primary purpose of this position is to assist an individual student or group of students who are severely impaired and/or medically fragile which necessitates an increased level of supervision and training as determined by the district. Emphasis will be on carrying out specific student plans and protocols under the direct supervision of a teacher. In this position, personal care is primary and academic assistance is secondary.

Please Note: This is a brief description/summary of the position. Please see attached to view the full job description.

Greater Albany Public Schools (GAPS) mission is "Building Bridges to Lifelong Learning and Brighter Futures." We strive to realize that mission for every child and adult, every day. Because of our commitment to that mission, GAPS is a great place to work and live.

An easy drive to Eugene, Corvallis, and Salem, and less than ninety minutes from Portland, Albany offers a small town quality feel near urban amenities, magnificent natural resources, and the state's two major public universities (University of Oregon and Oregon State University). Residents enjoy easy access to the pacific coastline beaches, hiking and biking trails along the coastal mountain range, snowboard and skiing opportunities in the mountains to our east, and in its backyard the natural splendor of the Willamette Valley with its roving hills and wineries.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity: We believe that diversity is a strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

Greater Albany Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, parental or marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. For inquiries regarding discrimination: Jana Pierce, Human Resources Administrator and Title IX Coordinator: [e-mail] 541-967-4503.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity: We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

You may call [phone] or check the district's website at www.albany.k12.or.us for further information.

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 6:22:33 PM CST.

Internal applicants only. "Internal" means that you are currently a contracted employee (not a substitute or previously employee).

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