Instructional Assistant @ Manzanita Elementary School

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT @ Manzanita Elementary School (2026/27)

Starting Date: Immediately

Date Posted: 6/22/2026 (internal) / 6/25/2026 (external)

Location: Manzanita Elementary School

Hours per Day: 6.75 hours

Days per Week: 4 days

Days per Year: 155 days

Compensation: $17.20 - $21.79 per hour. New hires placed at Step 1-9 based on prior experience. Employees receive comprehensive benefits and PERS retirement contributions.

BILINGUAL AND BILITERATE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Assist teachers as needed, supervise students, take initiative, conduct small reading groups, discipline students with dignity, and assist with small children.

• Proficiency in elementary school level math, spelling, reading, and English usage.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to work with small children.
• Ability to take initiative and be self‑directed.
• Ability to conduct small reading groups under teacher direction.
• Ability to discipline with dignity.
• Must qualify or be able to meet standard for a highly qualified para‑professional.

Apply online and submit resume, letter of interest, and letters of recommendation.

Two years of college coursework or an associate’s degree (may be waived with successful skills test).

High school diploma or GED required.

Fingerprinting required.

• Human Resources Department, Three Rivers School District, PO Box 160, Murphy, OR 97533, Phone: 541‑862‑3111
• Email: casey.alderson.or.us

Three Rivers School District is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, or age. The District will provide reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Human Resources Office at 541‑862‑3111.