Special Education Educational Assistant - Edgewood Elementary School

Eugene School District 4J•Eugene, OR

About The Position

This part-time position is 0.75 FTE, six hours per day, on the CL-192 schedule (192 days per full school year), Monday through Friday. The Educational Assistant supports teachers in planning and implementing educational and behavioral management programs for students with developmental or other learning disabilities, helping students benefit from education. Work includes instructional assistance using standardized lessons, teacher-prepared lessons, or assistant-prepared lessons approved by the teacher, as well as clerical tasks that support the educational process. The position monitors student mastery of academic and social skills through periodic testing and evaluation. Supervisors determine general class content and objectives, while the assistant has latitude in teaching methods. The role may require substantial lesson preparation and review outside class hours and, at times, additional student counseling after school. Applicants must document Highly Qualified status as defined by Oregon requirements. Acceptable documentation includes transcripts showing two years of postsecondary study (72 quarter credit hours or 48 semester credits), a diploma for an associate’s or higher degree, or test scores showing successful completion of a rigorous state or local academic assessment in reading, writing, and mathematics. A resume alone is not sufficient. Additional minimum qualifications include previous training, education, or experience in instructional techniques and behavior management and modification, basic clerical training, and demonstrated typing ability. Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience is strongly preferred. Upon an offer of employment, applicants must obtain fingerprint clearance through the Oregon State Police and FBI using a process authorized by Eugene School District 4J; the applicant is responsible for the one-time fee. Complete online applications and required documentation must be submitted through the GovernmentJobs website.

Requirements

Meet Highly Qualified status by providing documentation of at least two years of postsecondary study (72 quarter credit hours or 48 semester credits), an associate’s or higher degree, or a passing rigorous state or local academic assessment demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics.
Have previous training, education, or experience in instructional techniques and behavior management and modification methods.
Have previous training in basic clerical skills.
Demonstrate the ability to type.
Be able to work with or lead students in group or individual instructional activities.
Have knowledge of grammar, mathematics, language arts, social sciences, health, penmanship, and reading principles.
Be able to adapt standard educational curricula to the specialized needs of students with learning disabilities.
Be able to present instructional material clearly and sequentially, respond sensitively to student needs, and adjust materials to students’ comprehension abilities.
Be able to respond to specialized health care requirements.
Be able to observe, interpret, and record information about students’ academic records and behavior.
Be able to prepare classroom materials or artwork, operate office technology and equipment, and perform clerical duties.
Be able to use or learn to use computers and appropriate software.
Be able to work independently and harmoniously with teachers and assistants.
Demonstrate dependability, adaptability, patience, consistency, strong communication skills, resourcefulness, and the ability to manage the stress of working closely with students with disabilities.
Be able to assess situations and act swiftly, appropriately, and with sound judgment to protect students and the teacher.
Have experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.
Be able to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations.
Upon offer of employment, obtain Oregon State Police and FBI fingerprint clearance through the district-authorized process; the applicant is responsible for the one-time fee.
Submit a complete online application and required documentation through the GovernmentJobs website.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience.

Responsibilities

Confer with the teacher and assist in preparing lessons appropriate to the level of instruction.
Directly instruct students, review their coverage and comprehension of subject matter, and administer tests.
Collect, sort, and correct lessons and tests; record grades; and calculate weekly, monthly, and term grades.
Redistribute lessons, review them with students, and file materials as necessary.
Monitor and supervise students engaged in teacher-initiated activities.
Record student progress and behavior on IEP or other reports, and document areas needing emphasis or reiteration.
Tutor students individually or in small groups as needed.
Compose and format homework assignments, charts, posters, memos, newsletters, and other materials requested by the teacher, and maintain a filing system for those materials.
Update bulletin boards with displays related to the curriculum or student interests.
Prepare classroom materials using office technology and production equipment.
Supervise students in the Resource Room, classroom, or hallways; maintain an orderly atmosphere; address aggressive behavior and disputes; and encourage cooperative, safe, and well-mannered activity.
Help children develop emotional control and sound judgment in social situations.
Instruct students in appropriate dress, grooming, and health habits.
Orient substitute teachers to the class curriculum and the location of teaching materials.
Arrange parent-teacher conferences and consult with other student instructors when difficulties involving a student arise.
May budget for periodicals, textbooks, and supplies; inventory and order materials; stock supplies; and maintain inventory.
May supervise students preparing for physical education and monitor activities to uphold safety precautions and prevent unruly behavior.
May assist students with safely boarding and exiting the school bus.
Maintain regular and prompt attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.