ID 6824- Temporary Special Education Assistant II (SEA II) DELTA - 7 hours/day for 183 days (Prorated)

About the Role

The Special Education Assistant II (SEA II) position at Hallinan Elementary School provides educational and classroom assistance under the guidance of teachers, principals, vice principals, and other supervisors. The role assists in carrying out instructional activities, promoting student safety and well-being, and reinforcing classroom programs, with a specific focus on supporting special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Confer with teachers, supervisors, and colleagues to plan daily routines, programs, and special projects, including student-specific delegated healthcare and IEP objectives.
• Assist with individualized educational plans (IEP, behavior, safety, etc.) and related activities.
• Undertake delegated instructional tasks for individuals and small groups, and assist with classroom assignments and monitoring.
• Perform instructional support tasks such as leveling worksheets, organizing materials, and creating bulletin boards.
• Implement social and behavioral management interventions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and adhere to federal and state laws and district policies.
• Assist with classroom organization and maintenance.
• Perform routine clerical tasks such as typing, photocopying, and record-keeping.
• Supervise students during field trips, playground, lunch, hall, and bus duty.
• Assist with physical education and recreational activities.
• Implement crisis prevention/intervention strategies, including physical interventions, after completing required training.
• Assist with testing, assessment, and data collection on student performance.
• Provide safety, self-care, health care, and mobility assistance to students, including lifting, feeding, and toileting/diapering.
• Maintain communication with school personnel, community agencies, and parents/guardians.
• Implement prescribed physical therapy/medical assistance as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Attend workshops and staff development classes to stay current on procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or two years of college study preferred.
• Ability to work well with diverse individuals, maintain confidentiality, and manage conflicts professionally.
• Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic mathematical skills, including calculations of rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to follow instructions and solve problems involving multiple variables.
• Proficiency in using office computers, internet, and software applications.
• Valid First Aid Card required; ability to obtain necessary certificates, licenses, and registrations, including an Oregon Driver's License.

Physical Expectations

• Regularly required to talk, see, hear, walk, stand, sit, and use hands for fine manipulation.
• Frequently required to move around buildings, push, pull, bend, stoop, crawl, kneel, and crouch.
• Must lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and assist with lifting students up to 150 pounds.
• Occasionally required to climb stairs or ladders and move quickly to ensure student safety.

Work Environment

• Regular and/or special needs classroom setting with low to moderate noise levels, occasionally high.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, contagious diseases, bodily fluids, and hazardous materials.

Special Requirements

• Proof of educational requirements and employment authorization.
• Pre-employment record check and approval by the State Department of Education after fingerprint-based criminal history verification.

Pay

$21.77 - $29.78/hour (depending on experience)

Schedule

7 hours/day for 183 days (prorated)