SLC Instructional Assistant - 7.5 hours/day - Hood River Valley High School

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hood River County School District seeks an Instructional Assistant for the Structured Learning Center (SLC) at Hood River Valley High School. The role supports students with significant or complex disabilities with licensed staff supervision, in both special and general education settings.

The position is part-time regular, starting immediately, with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, paid leave, and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 72 quarter credits (associate degree equivalent).
• Or pass CBEST or PRAXIS Paraprofessional Assessment.
• Official transcripts/test results required if hired.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students individually and in small groups under licensed staff.
• Monitor students to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Maintain classroom equipment and student records.
• Perform limited clerical tasks related to instruction.
• Attend meetings and collaborate with staff.
• Assist with tests and progress evaluation.

Skills

Instructional skills

Communication

Arithmetic

Office equipment

English language

Grammar

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Associate's degree credits (72 qtr credits)

CBEST or PRAXIS Paraprofessional

Job description

SLC Instructional Assistant - 7.5 hours/day - Hood River Valley High School

Hood River County SD 608-Hood River Valley High School - Hood River, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Hood River County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5884167
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This posting will remainopen until filled. This is a regular position, assigned to work 7.5 hours/day. We may fill multiple positions from this posting.

Hood River County School District offers a comprehensive benefits program, including family medical, dental and vision insurance, paid sick leave and holidays, and payment into the employee's retirement account.

Job Purpose Statement: The job of “Instructional Assistant” is done under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed staff member for the purpose of assisting in the instruction and supervision of students. This position is for an Instructional Assistant in our Structured LearningCenter (SLC). Members of the SLC work as part of a team supporting students with significant or complex disabilities in both the special education and general education settings. Applicants should demonstrate flexibility, patience, and a belief that every learner can grow. Employees in this classification do not supervise others.

Essential Job Functions :

• Assists licensed staff members for the purpose of instructing students, individually and in small groups, by implementing lesson plans, instructional activities; administering tests; teaching library skills; and planning.
• Monitors individual students, classroom and campus activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintains classroom equipment, student’s files, records, etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items as may be required.
• Performs limited clerical functions directly related to the instructional assignment for the purpose of instructing students (i.e. preparing materials, instructional records for student files, communication with parent, etc.).
• Maintains regular and appropriate attendance and is on time for assignment(s) for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the district.

Other Job Functions :

• Administers tests for the purpose of assisting licensed staff member in evaluating students’ progress.
• Confers with licensed staff members, parents and/or appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing of students’ objectives.
• Participates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one’s skills/knowledge
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities (i.e., small groups, special needs children, computer labs, physical and/or occupational therapy, and/or talented and gifted.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment. May provide guidance and assistance to regular, temporary, or substitute employees as required. Instructional Assistants do not supervise other employees.

Experience Required : Prior job related experience with school age children.

Education Required :

High school diploma or GED equivalent, plus possess the equivalent of 72 quarter credits of college coursework (equivalent to an Associate's Degree), or have passed the CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test) or PRAXIS Paraprofessional Assessment. If hired, will need to submit official college transcripts ortest results.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required :

• Skills to perform instructional activities, communicate with parents, students, staff and community, basic arithmetic calculations, operate standard office equipment, use English in verbal and written form, use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional processes.
• Abilities to work as part of an instructional team and be willing to be flexible in working with a wide variety of students and tasks; sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, maintain confidentiality of student records, meet schedules and deadlines, read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies, rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations. Significant physical abilities include lifting/reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity.
• English/Spanish Bilingual skills preferred.

Required testing:

Any offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of:

• Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to,marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
• Post-offer physical abilities assessment.
• Nationwide criminal history verification - a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.
• Fingerprint-based nation-wide background clearance.

COMPENSATION: The hourly pay range is listed below. Instructional Assistants assigned to work in the SLC program will earn an additional 2.5% hourly pay differential. Classified employees who pass the District's English/Spanish skills test will recieve a 5% hourly pay differential.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.

Position Type: Part Time-Regular
Salary: $19.22 to $22.50 N/A
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tess Misa , Assistant Principal
• 608-Hood River Valley High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]