Educational Assistant - Yujin Gakeun Elementary

Eugene School District 4J • Eugene, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, .46875 FTE/3.75 hours per day position working on the CL-192 (192 days per full school year) schedule, Mon-Fri, 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Minimum Requirements for the position require you to meet Highly Qualified status, defined by state of Oregon ORS 581-037-0006. You are required to attach documentation to your application to show you meet the Highly Qualified requirement, a resume will not be sufficient. Incomplete applications may not be processed. Documentation for Highly Qualified status: Official or Unofficial transcripts with your name, showing 2 years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 quarter credit hours or 48 semester credits. OR Obtaining an Associates or higher degree (attach diploma) OR Meeting a rigorous standard of testing through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores). The position facilitates the smooth operation of the educational program in one or more classes by attending to details which free the teacher to develop a comprehensive lesson schedule. Aids in preserving the unity of classroom advancement by tutoring students who have difficulty comprehending or who are in need of emphasis on specific aspects of the instructional program. Prepares, disseminates, collects, processes and stores or redistributes instructional materials used in class. The position in some instances may be required to adapt curriculum to students who understand and speak little English.

Requirements

• Meet Highly Qualified status, defined by state of Oregon ORS 581-037-0006.
• Attach documentation to your application to show you meet the Highly Qualified requirement.
• Official or Unofficial transcripts with your name, showing 2 years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 quarter credit hours or 48 semester credits.
• Obtaining an Associates or higher degree (attach diploma).
• Meeting a rigorous standard of testing through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores).
• Ability to work with and lead students in group and individual activities.
• Instructional and behavioral management skills.
• Ability to use current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.).
• Ability to use or learn to use computers and word processing software.
• Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations.
• Complete application in its entirety.
• ALL required documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.
• Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J.
• Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process as well as duties of instructional assistance to the teacher in a classroom setting.
• Confer with teacher and assist in preparation of lessons appropriate to level of instruction; review coverage and comprehension of subject matter and administer tests.
• Monitor and supervise students engaged in activities initiated by the teacher.
• Record students progress and behavior.
• Collect, sort and correct lessons and tests; record grades in ledger; redistribute as necessary; file classroom materials.
• Tutor on a one-to-one or small group basis as necessary; assign extra work for quick learners and assist in remediation and completion of assignments by slow-learning students.
• Prepare lessons and instruct students on specific topics such as: teaching them how to write their names, then numbers, then the letters of the alphabet and eventually words and sentences; correct posture when writing, best positioning of pencil and paper and correct formation of each letter and number.
• May prepare spelling, capitalization and punctuation lessons appropriate to level of instruction, review coverage of materials and administer tests.
• May assemble testing materials and administer CTBS and other standardized tests to class.
• Compose and format homework assignments, charts, posters, memos, newsletters and other items as requested by the teacher.
• Prepare classroom materials using current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.) and production equipment (e.g., fax, punching and binding machine, laminator).
• Assist in the preparation, typing and layout of such documents as the school newspaper, minutes for staff meetings and parent newsletters.
• Assist in the health room when the nurse is absent by bandaging minor scrapes, bumps and bruises, handing out ice packs, or attending to more serious injuries while a nurse or doctor is called.
• Supervise lunchroom, classroom, hallways, and recess yards so that an orderly atmosphere is preserved; control aggressive behavior, settle disputes and otherwise encourage well-mannered activity.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies for teacher; complete purchase orders for additional materials and stock shelves with new supplies.
• May perform tasks specific to the attendance and registration of students such as roll call, parent contact of absent students, and weekly mailing of attendance roster to Data Processing Department.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree