6.5 Hour Educational Assistant - Inclusion - Ensworth Elementary School - Regular

About the Role

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity, prioritizing the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. We encourage candidates from less traditional backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Responsibilities

• Assists with implementing individualized education plans (IEP).
• Supports special education teaching staff in preparation, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group instructional programs.
• Assists in communicating with teachers and parents on students’ progress.
• Helps with record keeping to monitor students’ daily and monthly data on progress.
• Reinforces instructional concepts by reemphasizing basic elements of teacher-directed activities.
• Provides students with additional practice on identified skill areas.
• Assists with the correction of student work as assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Prepares instructional materials and operates instructional equipment.
• Supervises students during recess, lunch periods, and before/after school to maintain a calm and disciplined atmosphere.
• Assists in monitoring the daily school routines of small groups or individual low-functioning students.
• Participates in vocational/recreational activities developed for ILSC/FLSC students.
• Assists in maintaining practical life skills such as dressing, toileting, and feeding students with mildly to profoundly disabling conditions.
• Follows the assigned daily schedule and fulfills other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least two years of related college education, an AA degree, or meet the Highly Qualified requirements by passing the Paraprofessional Assessment Exam with a score of 455 or higher.
• General knowledge of technical procedures and School District practices or policies.
• NCLB (No Child Left Behind) Paraprofessional qualifications for positions at sites designated as Title I School-wide programs.
• Physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn the operation of telephones, computers, and other equipment used in the work.
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately in speech and writing.
• Patience, a positive attitude, and a warm, accepting personality toward persons with disabilities.
• Adherence to confidentiality requirements and district policies for a drug-free workplace.

Skills

• Teaching methods and procedures.
• Filing and record-keeping systems.
• Operation of computers, audio-visual equipment, and office machines.
• Use of instructional materials.
• Basic understanding of PL-142, due process procedures, and IEPs for students identified as disabled.
• Student behavior management and safety practices.
• Training and supervising student helpers.
• Handling bodily fluid spills.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily indoors in classroom or specialized instructional settings, with occasional outdoor supervision.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and assisting students with mobility or personal care needs.
• May involve lifting or supporting students or equipment.
• Exposure to escalated student behaviors and bodily fluids while providing direct support.
• Follows the assigned school schedule and may include participation in school activities.
• Requires attentiveness, patience, consistent implementation of intervention strategies, and collaboration with licensed staff.

Pay

This position’s pay is annualized to include summer months. The role is currently represented by the Oregon School Employees Association, Chapter No. 6.

Note: Submit a resume and evidence of Highly Qualified status. Current employees should email supporting documents to hr-recruitment@bend.k12.or.us.