<span>Educational Assistant</span>

$40,539 - $64,896/Yr

Reynolds School District - Portland, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Portland, OR

Educational Services

About the position

The Educational Assistant position involves supporting teachers in the supervision and instruction of students, assisting with educational, health, or language needs, and performing clerical tasks to ensure a conducive learning environment. The role is essential in maintaining classroom order and providing direct support to students, particularly those with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and developing students' daily living and behavioral skills.
• Maintain classroom equipment, bulletin boards, and student records to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Adapt classroom work and homework under the direction of the teacher to support classroom objectives.
• Monitor individual students and classroom activities to maintain a safe environment.
• Perform record keeping and basic clerical functions to support the teacher.
• Lead individual or group learning activities as directed by the teacher.
• Administer first aid and medical assistance as needed for ill or injured students.
• Assist students with job placement and on-site supervision of transition programs.
• Administer tests and language assessments in bilingual assignments under teacher guidance.
• Translate verbal and written communications in bilingual assignments to assist students and staff.
• Confer with teachers, parents, and community personnel to evaluate student progress.
• Participate in meetings to share information and improve skills.
• Assist students in various settings such as the media center, lunchroom, and playground.

Requirements

• Job-related experience with school-age children, either paid or volunteer.
• Skills to perform basic clerical functions and arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and use English effectively in written and verbal form.
• Knowledge of child development principles and instructional processes, especially in bilingual settings.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Physical abilities including stooping, reaching, standing for long periods, and walking up and down stairs.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual/Bicultural skills preferred.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $19.49 to $31.20.
• Work schedule aligned with school days, Monday through Friday, for 6.5 hours per day.