Educational Assistant - Summer School 3 positions INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Newberg Sd 29J•Newberg, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision and direction of a licensed staff member, assist summer school staff in providing a positive learning experience for students. This role involves facilitating skill acquisition in academics, social, self-help, and motor areas, maintaining educational records, providing liaison services with parents, attending to the personal needs of children, and supervising students as needed. Bilingual Spanish is preferred. This is an internal applicants only position.

Requirements

Knowledge of grades 6-8 curriculum.
Understanding of the experiences, working and living conditions, language and culture of the migrant society.
Skilled in basic computer programs (word processing and spreadsheets).
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to work with a diverse population of students and parents.
Flexible and willing to do a variety of jobs to meet deadlines and complete all required training.
Experience with middle school students preferred.
Two years of college, associate's degree or passing score on a para-professional exam in reading, writing and math as required by federal law.
Ability to read English and other designated languages as required, and comprehend curriculum materials through grade 12.
Ability to write clear and concise communications in English and other languages as required.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish Preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with teachers, principals, students, and patrons to support student learning in the classroom.
Translate in oral and written communication district documents, letters, and instructional needs to parents, students, and patrons of the Newberg School District.
Provide interpreter services for staff, students and families.
Maintain confidentiality about students and programs.
Work in partnership with program staff to enhance communication and maximize services to students and families.
Provide mediation, problem solving and conflict resolution to individuals and small groups when necessary.
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.