Instructional Assistant - CPC Academies - Beaverton

Position Title

Instructional Assistant

Social Emotional Learning Schools

CPC Academies – Beaverton

Program Administrator/Principal

Classified Salary Schedule – Range C: $22.07 – $26.39 per hour, DOE

0.9375 FTE – 37.50 hours

• This position will work at Cascade & Pacific Academies with 6th‑12th grade students.

In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

In alignment with the NWRESD’s mission statement, this position carries out program activities as planned and scheduled by licensed personnel. Instructional Assistants provide instruction to individuals and small groups of students, as advised by the licensed staff, with a focus on supporting Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP). The position supervises student safety and behavior in various settings.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift students from a wheelchair to the floor and back and on and off of a changing table.
• Child Care Central Background Registry Clearance (applicable for all employees assigned to Early Learning positions/worksites).
• Valid Driver’s License; available transportation and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to speak Spanish, preferred

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Confer regularly with immediate supervisor.
• Proficient in the use of computer and internet‑based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word).
• Certificates as determined by the District, including a CPR certificate, Safety Care certificate, and instruction in blood borne pathogens. Other training as required by the District.

• Prepare instructional materials under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• Provide instruction under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• Assist the teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
• Assist the teacher in grading and recording student assignments.
• Take and maintain data as needed and required by the licensed teacher.
• Assist students with restroom needs as advised.
• Maintain student safety and monitor appropriate behavior at recess, in class and during bus loading and unloading.
• Notes discipline issues and completes accurate paperwork for reporting such incidents.
• Participate in restraint training as required.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels.
• Wash and dry children’s clothing as needed.
• Wash dishes and toys as advised.
• Sanitize desks, tables, straws, oral motor equipment, and other items as advised.
• Arrange classroom furniture as advised.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

The description contained herein reflects general details necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

NWRESD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our…