SOESD - Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I

About the role

The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I provides supervision and instructional activities for children with developmental delays. This position carries out group and individual instruction of children as outlined in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) under the daily supervision of the classroom teacher, with training and oversight from a consulting Early Intervention Specialist.

About SOESD

Josephine County, located in scenic southern Oregon, offers easy access to mountain, river, forest, and coastal exploration, as well as vineyards, breweries, and a thriving regional arts community. The Rogue River, running through Grants Pass, is renowned for its kayaking, rafting, and fishing adventures. Grants Pass, population 37,000, provides a small-town atmosphere with high-quality restaurants, cultural opportunities, relaxing parks, and minimal traffic. The ECS office and Gilbert Creek Child Development Center are located in Grants Pass. Nearby educational institutions include Rogue Community College and Southern Oregon University.

Responsibilities

• Prepare activities (e.g., snack, art) as directed through daily schedule or supervisor instruction.
• Implement group and individual activities designed to encourage development in communication, cognitive, self-help, social, and motor skills.
• Provide specialized assistance with feeding, toileting, and delegated nursing tasks, including medication administration, tube feeding, output measuring, and catheterization.
• Follow instructions from related service professionals regarding positioning, use of wheelchairs, communication boards, or other adaptive devices.
• Implement language and motor therapy goals as directed by therapists and report progress regularly.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe learning experience.
• Assist with preparation and clean-up of the facility, including dishwashing, vacuuming, and other light housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain attendance, goal tracking sheets, and other charting as required.
• Participate as a member of the curriculum and goal planning team.
• Attend trainings as required.
• Comply with EI/ECSE and ESD rules and policies.
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with reasonable accommodation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
• Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques, language strategies, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to apply safety practices, laws, rules, regulations, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, learn through hands-on experiences, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, related service professionals, and parents.
• Ability to develop nurturing and supportive relationships with children and recognize and respond to their changing needs.
• Sign language skills helpful.
• With training, ability to operate computers, augmentative communication devices, wheelchairs, or other positioning or adaptive devices.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment.
• Must pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Walk: 1–4 hours/day
• Sit/Sit on the Floor: 4–6 hours/day
• Drive: 1–4 hours/day
• Bending: Frequently
• Squat: Frequently
• Climb Stairs: Frequently
• Single Grasping: Frequently
• Pushing: Frequently
• Pulling: Frequently
• Fine Manipulation: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot Controls: Not at all
• Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
• Lifting (25–50 lbs): Occasionally
• Lifting (50–75 lbs): Limited
• Lifting (75–100 lbs): Not at all

Benefits

• SOESD contributes up to $2,182.00 per month (family coverage) for health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
• Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System), including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
• 9 paid holidays.
• A generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet.
• Health Insurance (OEBB MODA) including medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance (monthly premium deducted pre-tax).
• Options for Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, day-care expenses).
• Optional coverage for additional life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Mercy Flights membership.

Pay

Per Collective Bargaining Agreement: $17.97–$21.50 an hour for the 2026–27 school year.

Schedule

190 days (academic year), in-person at SOESD Ramsey Learning Center, 711 SW Ramsey Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97526.