SOESD - Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I

Southern Oregon Education Service District; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PERS

9 paid holidays

Discretionary leave

Job summary

The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I provides supervision and instructional activities for children with developmental delays, working under the daily supervision of the classroom teacher with guidance from an Early Intervention Specialist.

This 190-day, in‑person role supports goals across communication, cognitive, adaptive, motor, and social-emotional areas within the SOESD ECS team, emphasizing a family-like workplace and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience caring for children.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively.
• Sign language skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare activities (e.g. snack, art) as directed.
• Implement group and individual activities to develop communication, cognitive, self-help, social and motor skills.
• Provide assistance with feeding, toileting, and delegated nursing tasks.
• Follow instructions regarding positioning and use of adaptive devices.
• Assist therapists by implementing language and motor goals and reporting progress.
• Supervise children to ensure a safe learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Language strategies

Developing relationships

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Augmentative communication devices

First Aid/CPR training

Job description

Southern Oregon ESD seeks a member to join our Early Childhood Services (ECS) team. Our transdisciplinary team of 35 dedicated teachers, assistants, family consultants, therapists, evaluators, and office professionals are focused on authentic and supportive relationships, professional growth through coaching and mentoring, and maintaining a "family feel" to our workplace. We intentionally implement a tiered approach for developing children's early communication, cognitive, adaptive, motor, and social-emotional skills, and have designed a variety of environments and experiences to address the unique and varied learning needs of the children we serve.

Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply. We welcome diversity in our work environment.

About SOESD

Josephine County, located in scenic southern Oregon, offers easy access to mountain, river, forest, and coastal exploration, as well as vineyards and breweries, and a thriving regional arts community. The Rogue River, which runs through Grants Pass, has Wild and Scenic River designation, and is renowned for its kayaking, rafting, and fishing adventures. Rogue Community College has its main campus in Grants Pass, and Southern Oregon University is located in nearby Ashland. The city of Grants Pass, population 37,000, the location of the ECS office and the Gilbert Creek Child Development Center, offers a small-town atmosphere with high-quality restaurants, cultural opportunities, relaxing parks, and very little traffic. Skip the commute and spend your time enjoying your family and friends, and all the beauty our area has to offer. When you need a "city fix", Eugene is just 2 hours away, Portland 4 hours, and San Francisco 6 hours.

EARLY INTERVENTION TEACHING ASSISTANT I

POSITION GOAL

The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I provides supervision and instructional activities for children with developmental delays; does related work as required.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY/SUPERVISION

The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I is responsible for carrying out group and individual instruction of children as outlined in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Work is performed under the daily supervision of the classroom teacher with training and oversight provided by a consulting Early Intervention Specialist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare activities (e.g. snack, art) as directed through daily schedule or supervisor instruction.
• Implement group and individual activities designed to encourage development in the areas of communication, cognitive, self-help, social, and motor skills.
• Provide specialized assistance with feeding, toileting, and delegated nursing tasks, including but not limited to medication administration, tube feeding, output measuring, and catheterization.
• Follow instructions of related service professionals regarding positioning, use of wheelchairs, communication boards, or other adaptive devices.
• Implement language and motor therapy goals as directed by therapists, and report progress regularly.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe learning experience.
• Assist with preparation and clean up of the facility including dishwashing, vacuuming, and other light housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain attendance, goal tracking sheets, and other charting as required.
• Participate as member of curriculum and goal planning team.
• Attend trainings as required.
• Comply with EI/ECSE and ESD rules and policies.
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM PREREQUISITES

• High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
• Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques, language strategies, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Application of safety practices, laws, rules and regulations, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, learn through hands‑on experiences; communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other employees, related service professionals, and parents; develop nurturing and supportive relationships with children; and recognize changing needs of children and respond appropriately.
• Sign language skills helpful.
• With training, operation of computers or other augmentative communication devices, wheelchairs, or other positioning or adaptive devices.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment.
• Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry.

LOCATION

In person at SOESD Ramsey Learning Center, 711 SW Ramsey Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97526

LENGTH OF POSITION

190 days (academic year)

PAY

Per Collective Bargaining Agreement $17.97-$21.50 an hour for the 2026-27 school year.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Early Intervention Specialist III

SOESD BENEFITS (For .50 FTE And Over)

• Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to 2182.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays
• A generous sick, vacation and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.

HEALTH INSURANCE

• OEBB MODA
• Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
• Monthly premium deducted pre-tax

OPTIONS

• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts medical, day-care expenses
• Optional Coverage for Additional Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
• 403(b)
• Mercy Flights Membership

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I:

• Stand/Walk: 1 4 Hrs/Day
• Sit/Sit on the Floor: 4 6 Hrs/Day
• Drive: 1 4 Hrs/Day
• Bending: Frequently
• Squat: Frequently
• Climb Stairs: Frequently
• Single Grasping: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Pulling: Frequently
• Fine Manipulation: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot Controls: Not At All
• Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
• Lifting (25-50 lbs): Occasionally
• Lifting (50-75 lbs): Occasionally
• Lifting (75-100 lbs): Not At All

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws, including ORS Ch. 659, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.