Educational Assistant 2 - BCE

Support student learning by assisting licensed staff in curriculum and program implementation.

Schedule

• 6.5 hours per day, Monday–Friday
• 181 work days (2026/2027 school year)
• Regular/Probationary contract status
• Non-exempt (FLSA classified)

Pay

• $21.25 per hour with benefits
• District contributes 6% of salary to Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) Individual Account Program (IAP) upon eligibility (6 full calendar months or 600 hours in a calendar year for part-time employees)

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment in managing classroom/program operations consistent with administrative direction, district policies, and instructional goals.
• Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Assist in instructing students in small-group and one-on-one settings; adjust lesson plans or teaching strategies during instructional activities as needed to achieve learning goals under licensed staff supervision.
• Provide supplemental practice through drills and activities using strategies designed by licensed staff to reinforce or modify skills.
• Prepare instructional materials, including copying, developing visual aids, and distributing supplies and equipment.
• Facilitate positive interpersonal relationships among students and adults; promote student safety by helping develop self-confidence.
• Train and assist students in behavior management and social skills; respond to discipline problems and act as a role model.
• Maintain high standards and expectations to encourage independent learning and personal growth.
• Maintain, store, and retrieve information accurately using standard office systems and software.
• Supervise student activities throughout the building, including outside the classroom and traditional instructional day (e.g., homework club, tutoring).
• Assist licensed staff in training volunteers and professionals to support the district’s educational plan.
• Exercise independent judgment to resolve issues and respond to requests within specialized areas of assignment.
• Perform minor medical and health procedures in compliance with state and district guidelines.
• Perform other related services as assigned.

General Performance Requirements

• Perform duties courteously and efficiently to build confidence among staff, students, and the public.
• Observe laws, district policies, and professional standards.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel, parents, students, and the public; work collaboratively as a team member.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for work, meetings, and deadlines.
• Carry out responsibilities with strong organizational skills under pressure, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.
• Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff, and parents.
• Support students and staff in career-related learning standards to encourage independent work skills through career exploration and community involvement.
• Develop job skills to meet changes in the position.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position.
• Meet district physical ability, health, and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (or higher), two years of post-secondary study (72 quarter or 48 semester credits), or a passing score on a district-approved assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including communications to parents under the direction of licensed staff.
• Interest in learning to use alternative communication systems.
• Ability to formulate ideas for program improvement.
• Ability to collect, record, store, retrieve, organize, and utilize information efficiently.
• Ability to understand and implement student discipline policies and manage student behavior effectively.
• Ability to work with challenging behaviors and problem-solve difficult situations using intervention strategies.
• Ability to understand and implement instructional goals and support them through work assignments.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with individuals and groups of all ages.
• Ability to independently organize and carry out work assignments, follow student schedules or individualized education plans, and direct the work of students and others.
• Proficiency in using classroom/program equipment and technology.
• Ability to obtain specialized training as required.
• Ability to travel among district facilities; if driving, must meet district driving standards.
• Standard First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within two months of hire (may be required).

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to handle objects/tools, and reach with hands and arms (frequently above shoulder level).
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Regularly lift, move, or carry up to 50 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

Work Environment

• Moderate to occasionally high noise levels.