Instructional Assistant II (Temporary)

Junction City Sd 69 • Junction City, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position provides academic and behavioral support to students in groups and individually, in settings that may include Special Education and regular education classrooms. The anticipated dates are 12/14 through 4/5/27. The employee works under the professional guidance of a licensed teacher and is supervised administratively by the building administrator or other administrative supervisor.

For most of the day, the position focuses on implementing behavior intervention plans for students with moderate to severe behavior concerns; using district-approved de-escalation and restraint techniques within state law; supporting students who use augmentative communication and assistive technology; and assisting students with toileting, diapering, and designated nursing tasks. The role also includes reinforcing learning, supervising students, preparing materials, supporting student safety and behavior, and completing related records and paperwork.

Requirements

• At least one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education; must be highly qualified under the reauthorized ESEA.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Ability to work successfully with young children and communicate appropriately with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
• Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, IEPs, lesson plans, data, correspondence, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations; ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Basic mathematical ability, including arithmetic with whole numbers and common fractions, applying rates, ratios, and percentages, and drawing and interpreting graphs.
• Ability to follow written, oral, scheduled, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• General computer proficiency, including email, internet, word processing, school-related computer programs, and accurate typing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, meet timelines, maintain confidentiality, manage conflict professionally, listen without interrupting, remain composed, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid card and complete bloodborne pathogen and blood spill training.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with young children is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and supplemental practice to students in mainstream and Special Education settings, under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and support students with moderate to severe behavior concerns.
• Use de-escalation and restraint techniques as required by district guidelines and within state law.
• Support students using augmentative communication and assistive technology.
• Assist students with toileting, diapering, and designated nursing tasks.
• Assist in planning and implementing student learning experiences and use learning strategies to reinforce or modify skills.
• Help students develop positive relationships, interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and appropriate behavior; serve as a role model and respond to discipline problems.
• Observe students, assist with recording development and progress, and report unusual academic or disciplinary concerns to a supervisor.
• Prepare, copy, and distribute instructional materials, visual aids, supplies, and equipment.
• Supervise students before, during, and after school in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, lunch, recess, passing times, field trips, and other school settings; maintain their safety and security.
• Maintain classroom discipline in the teacher’s absence and provide general student supervision as assigned.
• Evaluate student injuries, determine an appropriate course of action, provide minor first aid, and complete required paperwork.
• Assist with attendance, registration, bus lists, referrals, and enrollment records; use a computer for attendance and basic data entry.
• Attend staff meetings, in-service sessions, and workshops, and apply training to instructional duties.
• Complete required logs, forms, reports, and other paperwork; maintain regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality.
• Follow district policies, administrative regulations, building rules, and safety requirements; promptly report safety, sanitary, fire, or other concerns to the appropriate supervisor or authorities.
• Communicate and cooperate professionally with students, staff, parents, and community members; work independently and as part of a team.
• Operate and troubleshoot office machinery and assist students before and after school as part of Safety Patrol.
• May perform library duties, including helping students locate books and reading stories to students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed