Special Education Instructional Assistant - Bridges (behavior) classroom

Fern Ridge School District 28J•Elmira, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Fern Ridge School District is hiring a 7.00 Instructional Behavior Assistant in the Special Education Department at Elmira Elementary School. The position provides small-group and individual student support in a Bridges behavior classroom. Supervision, light cleaning, and clerical work may also be required. The position is open until filled, with an ASAP start date. Preference is given to highly qualified applicants. Successful candidates must pass an Oregon Department of Education fingerprint background check before starting work; the stated cost is $90.50. Applicants should submit a statement of interest, current resume, completed application, at least three letters of recommendation, and, for highly qualified positions, official or unofficial transcripts. Highly qualified status requires proof of 72 quarter hours or an associate degree or higher, or passing a paraprofessional exam. In-district employees need only submit a statement of interest through Frontline. Veterans seeking preference must submit the applicable military documentation with their application.

Requirements

Work closely with students and positively support their learning and behavior goals.
Stay on a daily schedule and ensure small-group instruction begins on time.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to take direction and feedback from supervising staff.
Pass an Oregon Department of Education fingerprint background check before starting work; the stated cost is $90.50.
Ability to multitask and work within a flexible schedule and routine.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to be proactive and positive with staff and students.
Understand the importance of confidentiality.
Ability to work harmoniously with others to achieve common goals.
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Highly qualified status, established by proof of 72 quarter hours or an associate degree or higher, or passing a paraprofessional exam.

Responsibilities

Provide small-group and individual student support.
Assist students with learning and behavior goals.
Maintain the daily schedule and ensure small-group instruction starts on time.
Perform supervision, light cleaning, and clerical work as required.
Work collaboratively with supervising staff and colleagues to support shared goals.
Help foster a positive school culture characterized by trust, shared thought leadership, and respect.
Maintain confidentiality and a calm demeanor in stressful situations.