Preschool Instructional Assistant Mid Valley Elementary School

Position: Preschool Instructional Assistant - 7 hours/day - Mid Valley Elementary School
This posting will remain open until filled. This is a REGULAR, 7 hour/day position, budgeted for 188 days per school year. Additional days for training will be required in July and August 2026.

Application Process:

Current District Regular and Temporary Employees:

Submit your interest letter in Talent Ed/Applicant Tracking.

External Applicants (including Substitutes and District Coaches):

Complete an electronic Talent Ed/Applicant Tracking application. Include the following (all materials need to be

included in your online application packet):

• Letter of interest addressed to Kim Yasui, Mid Valley Elementary School Principal;
• Current resume;
• Three (3) recent letters of reference;
• Unofficial college transcripts or paraprofessional assessment test score report; official transcripts/score report will be required upon hire.

All materials need to be incorporated and uploaded into your Talent Ed application.

JOB SUMMARY

The job of Preschool Instructional Assistant is done under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed staff member and/or school administrator and the Preschool Lead Instructor, to support student learning and growth for 3 to 5 year olds enrolled in the Mid Valley Preschool Promise program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Meets the standards of Competent and Ethical Performance as outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR  to ). Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist the Lead Preschool Instructor in the social and educational development of preschool students.
• Implement district adopted curriculum and intervention programs with licensed staff guidance. This includes preparing materials, teaching and monitoring student progress, and small group instruction
• Collect data as prescribed by the lead staff and administration
• Understand and maintain district guidelines regarding safety and confidentiality
• Provide students a safe and secure environment at all times. This may include playground supervision, preparing and eating meals with the students, rest-time/nap supervision, small group management
• Administer minor first aid
• Provide Clerical support and simple maintenance and operation of school equipment and supplies
• Prepare instructional materials related to area of assignment
• Provide personal care and assistance to students for the purpose of helping them access their education which may include: toileting, personal hygiene, feeding, positioning, mobility, and delegated nursing and/or therapy services
• Encourage acceptable student behavior and assist in maintaining classroom discipline. Guide and reinforce student understanding of rules and procedures
• Participate in professional development activities related to assignment
• Maintain a confidential, non-preferential, non-judgmental manner towards the students, staff, and department/school
• Assist students by answering questions, provide proper examples, and offer general guidance
• Maintain student records and files as directed
• Compile student information and materials and prepare reports as requested
• Assist licensed staff with phone calls of a general nature to parents
• Employ good judgment in a variety of situations, including emergencies
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, staff, and general public
• Comprehend and follow oral and written instructions and complete work within established timelines
• Confer, as needed, with licensed staff concerning programs and materials to meet student needs

GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Maintains regular and appropriate attendance and is on time for assignment(s) for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the district.
• Work effectively with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and appropriate manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance
  
  Confer regularly with immediate supervisor or program lead
• Follow all district policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by proper authority
• Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position
• Meet applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position.
• Maintain the integrity of confidential information relating to a student, family, colleague, or district patron

It is the belief of the Hood River County School District that every individual makes a significant contribution to the District's success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is the expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and…