{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"06ab9d22020183c8ffaa9e7a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/06ab9d22020183c8ffaa9e7a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/06ab9d22020183c8ffaa9e7a","title":"Educational Assistant - Special Education (LE2)","description":"JobID: 2912\nPosition Type:\nClassified Special Education/Learning Essentials 2 (LE2)\n\nDate Posted:\n10/22/2024\n\nLocation:\nClear Creek Middle School\n\nApplication Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members October 28, 2024. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.\n\nProjected Start Date: Approximately November 15, 2024. Exact date to be determined by the district.\n\n7.0 hours/day, 185 days/year\n\nSalary Range 13 $23.64 to $32.40/hour\n\nStudies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The Educational Assistant – Special Education provides educational supports through instruction and supervision of students with disabilities under the direct supervision of special education teacher, specialist and/or classroom teacher; completes routine clerical tasks for teachers; and assists students by providing for special health care needs. Students may have one or more academic, emotional, cognitive, physical and/or sensory challenges.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nEducation, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification\nExperience Required: Prior job -related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children\nEducation Required: Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics\nLicenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and First Aid/CPR card and Bloodborne Pathogen training\nKnowledge Of and Skills In:\nKnowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices\nPerforming basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations\nUsing computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing)\nCommunicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling, grammar and punctuation)\nRead, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies\nUnderstanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions\nProviding for special health care needs of students\nUnderstanding and addressing students with special needs\nRapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations\nFunctioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team\nPlanning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision\nHandling multiple projects, and tasks to meet scheduled deadlines\nInteracting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS\nWorks under the guidance and direction of Special Education Teacher, Specialist, and/or classroom teacher with access to assistance and consultation\nWorks collaboratively by assisting teachers in implementing lesson plans and/or developing students' daily living and behavioral skills (e.g. hygiene and grooming, anger-management, social skills) both in special classrooms and in the general education setting\nProvides instructional support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.\nAdapts classroom work/homework under the direction of the teacher to support and/or reinforce individual and classroom learning objectives\nAdministers first aid, medical assistance and delegated health services (e.g. tube feeding to students, catheterization, toileting) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children\nMaintains specialized equipment identified for individual or classroom use for the purpose of addressing student learning needs and ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment\nMaintains classroom equipment and student files/records as pertains to special education files/records to ensure a safe and appropriate learning environment, including database entries for student collections and Medicaid billing purposes\nMonitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment and addressing individual student learning needs\nPerforms record keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, etc. to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials and supporting home-to-school/school-to-home communications\nAttend training, maintain a valid certificate (if applicable), and utilizes district approved de-escalation and physical intervention techniques when needed in both specialized and general education classroom settings and in non-instructional locations within and around the school environment\nDevelops materials for student IEP implementation\nUses progress monitoring tools under the guidance of the teacher for the purpose of determining student learning outcomes and collects other student performance data as directed by the teacher and/or specialist\nEvaluates situations to take appropriate action and/or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution\nWorking Conditions: Work is performed in district schools, in both specialized and general education classrooms as well as other areas across the school environment; involves continuous strenuous efforts such as lifting students up to 50 lbs. without additional support; and may involve exposure to students needing personal, hygiene, medical care and/or physical interventions\nOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAssists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities to meet the needs of assigned students and the Special Education program\nParticipates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skills/knowledge\nConfers with teachers and specialists for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing of students' objectives\nAssists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of students on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, arranging for the transportation needs of students, and may include riding the bus with the student to and from school beginning and ending in a designated location.\nAttends workshops, staff development classes, seminars and other meetings for continued professional growth\nPerforms other related duties as determined by the teacher, specialist or school administrator, which are indicated to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of students within the scope of their job\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to:\nsit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time\ntalk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment\nuse precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as keyboarding\nreach for and handle objects\nuse close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus\nRegularly focus on a computer screen\nBending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion\nWORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS:\nMaintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.\nMaintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and parents\nDress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting\nExercise prudent judgment\nWork independently in the performance of routine duties\nFollow all District policies and work procedures\nUtilize the District’s electronic systems and applications only as related to the position\nParticipate in required meetings and trainings related to the position\nIf employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested\nCultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment\n*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee. This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education.\n\nGresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any education programs, activities or employment.\nGresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.","company":"Gresham Barlow School District","rawCompany":"gresham barlow school district","city":"Gresham","state":"OR","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:21:09.209Z","occupations":[{"code":"25-9043.00","title":"Teaching Assistants, Special Education","slug":"teaching-assistants-special-education"},{"code":"25-2059.00","title":"Special Education Teachers, All Other","slug":"special-education-teachers-all-other"},{"code":"25-2056.00","title":"Special Education Teachers, Elementary School","slug":"special-education-teachers-elementary-school"}],"industries":[{"code":"611110","title":"Elementary and Secondary Schools","slug":"elementary-and-secondary-schools"},{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Educational Assistant - Special Education (LE2)","description":"JobID: 2912\nPosition Type:\nClassified Special Education/Learning Essentials 2 (LE2)\n\nDate Posted:\n10/22/2024\n\nLocation:\nClear Creek Middle School\n\nApplication Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members October 28, 2024. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.\n\nProjected Start Date: Approximately November 15, 2024. Exact date to be determined by the district.\n\n7.0 hours/day, 185 days/year\n\nSalary Range 13 $23.64 to $32.40/hour\n\nStudies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The Educational Assistant – Special Education provides educational supports through instruction and supervision of students with disabilities under the direct supervision of special education teacher, specialist and/or classroom teacher; completes routine clerical tasks for teachers; and assists students by providing for special health care needs. Students may have one or more academic, emotional, cognitive, physical and/or sensory challenges.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nEducation, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification\nExperience Required: Prior job -related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children\nEducation Required: Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics\nLicenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and First Aid/CPR card and Bloodborne Pathogen training\nKnowledge Of and Skills In:\nKnowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices\nPerforming basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations\nUsing computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing)\nCommunicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling, grammar and punctuation)\nRead, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies\nUnderstanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions\nProviding for special health care needs of students\nUnderstanding and addressing students with special needs\nRapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations\nFunctioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team\nPlanning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision\nHandling multiple projects, and tasks to meet scheduled deadlines\nInteracting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS\nWorks under the guidance and direction of Special Education Teacher, Specialist, and/or classroom teacher with access to assistance and consultation\nWorks collaboratively by assisting teachers in implementing lesson plans and/or developing students' daily living and behavioral skills (e.g. hygiene and grooming, anger-management, social skills) both in special classrooms and in the general education setting\nProvides instructional support to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.\nAdapts classroom work/homework under the direction of the teacher to support and/or reinforce individual and classroom learning objectives\nAdministers first aid, medical assistance and delegated health services (e.g. tube feeding to students, catheterization, toileting) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children\nMaintains specialized equipment identified for individual or classroom use for the purpose of addressing student learning needs and ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment\nMaintains classroom equipment and student files/records as pertains to special education files/records to ensure a safe and appropriate learning environment, including database entries for student collections and Medicaid billing purposes\nMonitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment and addressing individual student learning needs\nPerforms record keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, etc. to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials and supporting home-to-school/school-to-home communications\nAttend training, maintain a valid certificate (if applicable), and utilizes district approved de-escalation and physical intervention techniques when needed in both specialized and general education classroom settings and in non-instructional locations within and around the school environment\nDevelops materials for student IEP implementation\nUses progress monitoring tools under the guidance of the teacher for the purpose of determining student learning outcomes and collects other student performance data as directed by the teacher and/or specialist\nEvaluates situations to take appropriate action and/or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution\nWorking Conditions: Work is performed in district schools, in both specialized and general education classrooms as well as other areas across the school environment; involves continuous strenuous efforts such as lifting students up to 50 lbs. without additional support; and may involve exposure to students needing personal, hygiene, medical care and/or physical interventions\nOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:\nAssists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities to meet the needs of assigned students and the Special Education program\nParticipates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skills/knowledge\nConfers with teachers and specialists for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing of students' objectives\nAssists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of students on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, arranging for the transportation needs of students, and may include riding the bus with the student to and from school beginning and ending in a designated location.\nAttends workshops, staff development classes, seminars and other meetings for continued professional growth\nPerforms other related duties as determined by the teacher, specialist or school administrator, which are indicated to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of students within the scope of their job\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to:\nsit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time\ntalk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment\nuse precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as keyboarding\nreach for and handle objects\nuse close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus\nRegularly focus on a computer screen\nBending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion\nWORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS:\nMaintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.\nMaintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to students, staff, and parents\nDress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting\nExercise prudent judgment\nWork independently in the performance of routine duties\nFollow all District policies and work procedures\nUtilize the District’s electronic systems and applications only as related to the position\nParticipate in required meetings and trainings related to the position\nIf employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested\nCultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment\n*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee. This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education.\n\nGresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. 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