Special Education Assistant (4 Hours) - Educational Assistant (2 Hours) - C538SY2627

Eastwood Elementary School; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays off

Job summary

Eastwood Elementary School in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks a Special Education Assistant (4 Hours) and Educational Assistant (2 Hours) for a 10‑month calendar. You will support students under licensed staff, implement Behavior Support Plans, and supervise across settings.

Must have a high school diploma, strong English communication, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. A district-approved intervention certificate must be obtained within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Proficient oral and written communication in English.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required; reading, writing and speaking fluently.
• HQ pedagogy observation form or equivalent tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational supports to students under licensed staff.
• Supervise students in various settings and monitor safety.
• Assist with implementation of Behavior Support Plans.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

English proficiency

Communication skills

Experience with children

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher

Job description

Special Education Assistant (4 Hours) - Educational Assistant (2 Hours) - C538SY2627

HILLSBORO SD 1J Eastwood Elementary School - Hillsboro, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Hillsboro School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5936441

Application Deadline: Sep 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 5, 2026

Job Description

Special Education Assistant (4 Hours) - Educational Assistant (2 Hours) | 10Month Calendar | Eastwood Elementary School

Internal Classified employees are not eligible to apply for open positions during their probationary period of employment.

Highly Qualified Applicants (internal and external) must submit: TalentEd application, current resume, three current letters of reference, and Associate’s Degree or higher or transcripts showing 48-semester college credits or 72 quarter college credits or Completion of District-approved skill assessment tests, WorkKeys Test, and HQ pedagogy observation form. Please visit the Hillsboro School District - Highly Qualified Testing – ACT WorkKeys Assessment for registration and additional information to the WorkKeys Assessments offered at HSD.

Hiring Administrator:Jose Barraza

It is mandatory that you attendand pass:

• Two (2) day Safety Care Restraint Training
• Online sessions regarding Special Education Process and Procedures.

Employment is dependent on the successful completion of these two courses.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Special Education Assistant: Provide educational supports to all students under the direction of licensed staff with a focus on supporting Individual Education Plans. Supervise students in various settings and monitor for safety concerns. Assist with the implementation of Behavior Support Plans.

Educational Assistant: Provide educational supports to all students under the direction of licensed staff. Supervise students in various settings and monitor for safety concerns.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English
• Proficient in the use of computer and Internet based applications, including but not limited to email and systems applications
• Hold a valid certificate in a District approved student intervention system or be able to obtain in 60 days
• Experience working with children
• \"Highly Qualified\" Status Required (two years of post-secondary education or an associates (or higher) degree; or District approved academic assessment)
• Bilingual English/Spanish Required (bilingual is defined as fluency in reading, writing and speaking in two languages as determined by District screening tool)

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

Work-Life Balance

• Consistent Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Holidays off: All federally recognized holidays (most paid)
• School-Year Calendar: Includes winter break, spring break, and summers off
• Paid Time Off:
  • District-paid sick leave (unlimited accrual)
  • Two paid personal days annually

Health Insurance Eligibility & wellness

• Eligibility: Employees working 4 or more hours per day are eligible for District health insurance plans.
• Coverage Includes:
  • Full family coverage options (employee premium cost vary based on plan selection)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
  • Life and Disability coverage positions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free support services for employees and families

Financial Security

• Retirement Benefits options available for positions working 600+ hours per year:
  • Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
  • Optional 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Monthly Bilingual Stipend for employees who pass the Spanish or Vietnamese language assessment

Professional Growth

• Paid On-Site Training: Learn and grow while on the job
• Professional Improvement Funds: Financial support for continued education and development

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