Instructional Assistant - Meadowlark Academy Social Emotional Learning Classroom - St. Helens S

Position: Instructional Assistant - Meadowlark Academy Social Emotional Learning Classroom - St. Helens S[...]

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer; committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We are proud to be an antiracist organization and work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Position Title

Instructional Assistant

Department

Social Emotional Learning Schools

Location

Meadowlark Academy – located within Lewis & Clark Elementary;
St. Helens School District

Reports To

Program Administrator

Compensation

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

Bargaining Unit

OSEA

FTE

0.9375 FTE – 37.50 hours

NW REGIONAL ESD'S MISSION STATEMENT

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

General Description

This position carries out program activities as planned and scheduled by licensed personnel and provides instruction to individual 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). It also supervises student safety and behavior in various settings.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to lift students from a wheelchair to the floor and back, and on and off a changing table

Child Care Central Background Registry Clearance (applicable for all employees assigned to Early Learning positions/worksites)

A valid driver's license

Ability to speak Spanish, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Certificates as determined by the District, including a CPR certificate and training in blood borne pathogens. Other training as required by the District

Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suites, and word processing (MS Word)

Essential Functions

• Prepare instructional materials under the direction of licensed teacher
• Provide instruction under the direction of licensed teacher
• Assist teacher in working with students to complete assignments
• Assist teacher in grading and recording students' assignments
• Take and maintain data as needed and required by licensed teacher
• Assist students with restroom needs as advised
• Maintain students' safety and monitor appropriate behavior at recess, in class, and during bus loading and unloading. Note discipline issues and complete accurate paperwork for reporting 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
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• 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
• Other duties may be assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer and a proud antiracist, Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action provider. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

We provide reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us .us.

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Fiscal Control Code(s): 3563

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