Temporary Instructional Support Aide for Diverse Learners

Philomath School District; Philomath (OR); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a part-time paraeducator to assist teachers in meeting the instructional, behavioral, and physical needs of diverse students at Philomath High School. The role supports direct instruction, data recording, and student liaison activities under supervision.

Typical duties include preparing instructional materials, supervising students, and assisting with behavior management. The position may require First Aid/CPR training and occasional driving between district facilities.

Qualifications

• Two years of college level coursework or demonstrated proficiency in English, spelling and mathematics with a passing score on a district-approved assessment.
• Experience working with children with a variety of assets and abilities preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with individuals and groups of all ages.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and to promptly follow instructions.
• Independently organize and carry out work assignments.
• Collect, record, store, retrieve, organize and utilize information and records efficiently.
• Understand and implement the school’s instructional goals and direct the work of students.
• Understand and implement the student discipline policy and manage student behavior effectively.
• Use intervention strategies to problem-solve difficult situations and challenging behaviors.
• Travel among district facilities as needed; if driving, the ability to meet district driving standards.
• Obtain specialized training as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications, and Type 10 or 20 driver licensure if required by administration.
• Bilingual Spanish a preferred qualification in candidate consideration.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct instruction according to student needs using teaching techniques to address learning, physical, social/behavioral, cultural and language needs under the direction of the teacher.
• ExERcises independent judgment to assist in the management of classroom & program operations in a manner consistent with administrative direction, district policies and procedures and goals of the instructional program.
• Prepares materials for instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction under the direction of the teacher.
• Follows learning strategies designed by the teacher to reinforce and modify student skills.
• May assist with adaptive physical education and/or swimming activities.
• Records and maintains accurate student data to document student performance and progress.
• Serves as liaison to promote communication between student(s), peers and teachers.
• Implements and assists students in the behavior management program.
• Instructs students in appropriate interpersonal actions, responds to behavioral & discipline concerns, acts as a role model.
• Promotes safety of students by helping them develop self-confidence and social skills.
• Supervises students inside and outside of the classroom to support the district/school’s instructional and behavioral programs.
• May assist students with personal care tasks including but not limited to feeding, hygiene, clothing, diapering and toileting.
• May assist students with therapy, physical movement, transporting, lifting and carrying of students, and specialized communication devices and techniques.
• Performs minor medical and health procedures as requested accorded to district guidelines and state standards.
• Attends/completes in-service training and workshops related to area of assignment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual Spanish

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

Independent organization

Data management

Instructional goals

Behavior management

Intervention strategies

Driving standards

First Aid/CPR awareness

Bilingual qualification preferred

Education

Two years of college coursework

First Aid and CPR certifications

Job description

Sylvania seeks a part-time paraeducator to assist teachers in meeting the instructional, behavioral, and physical needs of diverse students at Philomath High School. The role supports direct instruction, data recording, and student liaison activities under supervision.

Typical duties include preparing instructional materials, supervising students, and assisting with behavior management. The position may require First Aid/CPR training and occasional driving between district facilities.