Substitute Educational Assistant (Pool) 2026-27 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 21,446 - 30,544; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools invites candidates to join our team as Substitute Educational Assistants for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves working on a flexible schedule during school days from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, with shift lengths ranging from 3 to 7.75 hours per day, and scheduling through Frontline.

Successful candidates will support the district’s vision by communicating effectively with staff, students, and parents; demonstrating initiative and good judgment; and adapting to varied

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Must take initiative and use good judgment.
• Must be flexible and adapt to varying learning environments.
• Must understand and follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Commitment to cultural competency and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Support students and staff on a flexible schedule during school days (7:30 am–3:30 pm).
• Assist with paraprofessional/instructional tasks and classroom support.
• Follow district procedures and Frontline scheduling system for on-call or advance planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative & judgment

Flexibility

Instruction comprehension

Cultural competency

Bilingual/bi-cultural desirable

Education

Associates degree or higher

72 credit hours / 48 semester units

High school diploma with assessment/certificate

Job description

Substitute Educational Assistant (Pool) 2026-27 School Year

Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, Oregon. Positions are located at various sites across the district.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5835250
• Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 7:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Position Type: Substitute
• Salary: $18.87 Per Hour
• Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

Springfield Public Schools invites candidates to join our team as Substitute Educational Assistants for the 2026-27 school year. The role involves working on a flexible schedule during school days from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, with shift lengths ranging from 3 to 7.75 hours per day. Assistants may work on‑call or schedule in advance through the district’s software, Frontline.

Successful candidates will support our district vision, "Every Student a Graduate Prepared for a Bright and Successful Future," by communicating effectively with staff, students, and parents; demonstrating initiative and good judgment; and adapting to varied learning environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Able to take initiative and use good judgment.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different learning environments.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Ability to meet federal reading, writing and mathematics requirements (proof of Associates degree or higher, or ability to pass the district’s academic assessment).
• Knowledge of clerical and office procedures and equipment (e.g., answering phones, providing customer service, making copies).
• Commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate respect for diversity.
• Bilingual/bi-cultural individuals encouraged to apply.
• Associates degree or higher (attach diploma) OR 72 credit hours or 48 semester units of post‑secondary study (attach transcripts) OR high‑school diploma/GED with state or local academic assessment or para‑professional certificate in reading/language arts, writing and mathematics or readiness.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements

• Valid First Aid/CPR card and completion of SafeSchools training modules.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Human Resources (HR)
• 640 A Street, Springfield, Oregon 97477
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]