Special Education Assistant
About The Position
Now Hiring: Special Education Assistants | East Portland, OR | 2025–2026 School Year Hello Paras! Come work with a woman and therapist run company! Ampersand Therapy is hiring Special Education Assistants in the East Portland, OR area for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. Ready to work for a company that truly supports school-based professionals? Apply today and bring your passion for special education to a team that cares. Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.
Requirements
- Associates Degree or equivalent, or 2 years post secondary and at least 60 completed credits OR Paraprofessional Credential (must provide certificate)
- Fingerprinting required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in the school setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Support students with high needs in the classroom setting
- Assist in implementing student Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and sensory plans
- Work under the direction of a licensed teacher
Benefits
- Pay: $22-26/hour
- W-2 employment
- Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid sick leave
- Reimbursements for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
- Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Referral bonuses
- No non-compete clauses
- Paid time off for volunteer hours and donation matching
- Benefits for 0.8 FTE or higher. Waiting period applies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
