Special Educational Assistant; at Valley Elementary School

Special Educational Assistant (6 Hours) at Pleasant Valley Elementary School

Location: Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Gresham, Oregon

Job : 5785683

Final date to receive applications: Jul 12, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 16, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

Hours: 8:00am to 2:30pm / 6 Hours Per Day

FTE: 0.75

Calendar: 193 Days Per Year;
August - June (to be prorated based on start date)

Salary: $20.67 - $28.61 Per Hour (Range

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Benefits: PERS, Medical, Dental, Vision, Optional Insurances, Paid Leaves, Holiday Pay, etc.

Position Type: Part Time

Position: Special Educational Assistant

Purpose: The job of Educational Assistant – Basic Education is to assist a certificated teacher in the planning and implementation of instructional programs for students who are not in categorical programs (e.g., special education, Title, ELL, etc.). Employees perform para‑professional duties in settings where instructional programs and teaching techniques are used to address the needs of students who are not in special programs that may require IEPs and are not federally funded.

Assistants can be accomplished through one‑on‑one and small group instruction and tutoring; and can include assistance in the testing of students and performing a variety of clerical duties in support of these programs. Some positions may be associated with federal NCLB paraprofessional requirements. Methods of performing tasks are usually left to the judgment of the employee with a supervisor giving occasional instructions, advice, or direction;

work is reviewed occasionally while in progress and upon completion.

• Assist in planning and implementing learning experiences for students enrolled in the program.
• Confer with teacher(s) to provide feedback on student performance in tutorial and testing activities.
• Interpret instructional plans within guidelines set by a certificated teacher.
• Instruct students in small group and one‑on‑one settings, with direct teacher oversight.
• Conduct student testing using prescribed test batteries; correct tests and record scores on students; inform teacher of any unusual academic or disciplinary problems.
• Help students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults.
• Promote student safety by helping them develop self‑confidence.
• Interpret and implement a behavior management program; train and assist students in behavior management.
• Provide education regarding appropriate interpersonal actions; respond to discipline problems; act as a role model.

• Attend in‑service and workshop training related to area of assignment and apply training to instructional responsibilities.
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties, including writing attendance reports, grading papers and maintaining accurate files.
• Assist, as requested, in communication between students, teachers and parents.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Experience Preferred: Prior job related experience in working with children.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities
  
  Required:
  
  
  • General skills in English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • General knowledge in modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software.
  • Principles, practices and techniques of instruction related to area of assignment.
  • Proper childcare techniques and methods of student supervision and classroom management.
  • Ability to work effectively in a physically and emotionally demanding environment.
  • Empathetic communication with students within area of assignment.
  • Knowledge of growth and development principles of students.
  • Basic first aid and safety requirements.
  • Teamwork abilities.
  • Typing at a speed necessary for job performance.
  • Physical job task execution.
  • Clear and concise oral and written communication.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to speak a second language: Preferred.
• Education Required:
  • Completed two years of college.
  • Hold a two‑year degree.
  • Hold a state or local “No Child Left Behind” certification.
• Licenses, Bonding, and/or Testing
  
  Required:
  
  Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment).

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel. Reports to appropriate Principal.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Christina Anderson , Principal
• Pleasant Valley Elementary School
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