Educational Assistant - Inclusion - Bear Creek Elementary School - Regular

Overview

Bend, Oregon 97703

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

We encourage all individuals to apply, even if you feel you may not meet every single qualification. Our goal is to find the best candidate, including those from less traditional backgrounds.

Position Title: EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT – INCLUSION

Department: Special Programs

Reports To: Assigned Teacher and Site Administrator

Under direct supervision, the Educational Assistant – Inclusion provides supported education services in classrooms, resource centers, or other school-related areas. The assistant is directly involved in the instructional program for assigned students and their identified special needs. Responsibilities include in‑class and out‑of‑class supervision of students; small group and one‑on‑one instruction; and general assistance to the teacher.

• Assists with implementing individualized education plans (IEP).
• Assists special education teaching staff with preparation, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group instructional programs.
• Communicates with teachers and parents about student progress.
• Maintains records to monitor students’ daily and monthly progress data.
• Provides 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, maintaining a calm and disciplined environment on the playground, cafeteria, library, hallways, and bus lines.
• Monitors daily school routines for small groups and/or individual low‑functioning students.
• Participates in vocational and recreational activities developed for ILSC/FLSC students.
• Assists with practical life skills such as dressing, toileting, and feeding students with mildly to profoundly disabling conditions in the district’s ILSC/FLSC program.
• Follows the assigned daily schedule.
• Fulfills related duties as assigned.
• Meets performance standards identified in the evaluation process as required by the position.
• Works under the supervision of a special education teacher and/or administrator.

Work is performed primarily indoors in classroom or specialized instructional settings, with occasional outdoor supervision. The position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and assisting students with mobility or personal care needs. The role may involve lifting or supporting students or equipment consistent with assigned duties.

The employee may be exposed to escalated student behaviors and may encounter bodily fluids while providing direct support.

Work follows the assigned school schedule and may include participation in school activities. The role requires attentiveness, patience, consistent implementation of intervention strategies, and collaboration with licensed staff to support student learning and safety. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge:

• Teaching methods and procedures.
• Filing and record keeping systems.
• Computers, audio‑visual equipment, office machines, and their operation.
• Instructional materials and their uses.
• Basic provisions of PL‑142, due process procedures, and the IEPs for students identified as disabled.
• Student behavior and methods to assure proper conduct.
• Safety practices.

Skills & Abilities:

• Physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Read, understand, and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Learn the operation of telephones, computers, and other equipment used in the work.
• Accurately transfer, record, and convey information and materials as required.
• Train and…