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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.\n\nPOSITION SUMMARY: The “Instructional Assistant” provides educational supports through supervision and instruction of students under the direction of licensed staff. Assistance to the licensed teacher is achieved through the planning and implementation of assigned instructional programs for students who are not in categorical programs (e.g. special education, ELL) and completing routine clerical tasks.\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\nClearance and First Aid/CPR card.\n\nKnowledge of and Skill in:\nKnowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices\nOperating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing)\nSkills to perform basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations\nCommunicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling,\ngrammar and punctuation)\nRead, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies\nUnderstanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions\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 deadlines\nInteracting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds\n\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS\nWorks under the guidance and direction of the licensed teacher with access to assistance and consultation and regular monitoring\nWorks collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, supporting curriculum, student\ninteractions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of student in the school\nsetting\nProvides instructional support and tutoring to students in large groups, small groups, and one-onone situations\nPerforms record keeping and basic clerical functions(e.g., scheduling, copying to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials\nConfer with teacher(s) to provide feedback on student performance in their areas of instructional responsibilities.\nHelp support students in developing positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults\nPromote safety of the students through the application of the district’s student management and safety guidelines\nMonitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment\nRecognize an escalating/emergency situation, call for help, and defuse/assist with the situation until help arrives\nEvaluates situations to take appropriate action and/or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution\n\nOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:\nCross-trains in a variety of school functions and assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work\nMaintains classroom equipment, materials, and students’ files, records, etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items as may be required\nAdministers first aid and medical assistance for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, and/or injured children\nConfers, under the supervision of the teacher, with teachers, parents, and/or appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing of students' objectives\nParticipates in various meetings to share information and/or improving skills and /knowledge\nAssists with the transportation needs of students, including supervision of students to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, and arranging for the transportation needs of students\nPerforms other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor within the scope of the job\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to:\no sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time\no talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment\no use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as\nkeyboarding;\no reach for and handle objects\no use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus\nFocus on a computer screen\nBending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion.\n\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 staff, students and parents\nDress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting\nExercising 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\nApplicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.\n\nApplications 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 educational programs, activities or employment. 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If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.\n\nProjected Start Date: Approximately September 15, 2024. Exact date to be determined by the district.\n\n4 hours/day, 182 days/year\n\nSalary Range 9 $21.01 to $28.79/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. 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In case of an absence site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.\nMaintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to staff, students and parents\nDress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting\nExercising 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\nApplicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.\n\nApplications 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 educational programs, activities or employment. 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