Instructional Assistant - Meadowlark Academy - SEL Classroom - St. Helens

Position Title: Instructional Assistant

Department: Early Learning

Location: Meadowlark Academy
-located within Lewis & Clark Elementary - St. Helens School District

Reports To: Principal

Compensation: Classified Salary Schedule - Range C, $22.07 - $26.39 per hour; DOE

Bargaining Unit: OSEA

FTE: 0.9375 FTE - 37.5 hours per week

Number of Positions: Two positions available

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.

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). This position supervises student safety and behavior in various settings.

• A. Prepare instructional materials under direction of licensed teacher.
• B. Provide instruction under the direction of licensed teacher.
• C. Assist teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
• D. Assist teacher in grading and recording students' assignments.
• E. Take and maintain data as needed and required by licensed teacher.
• F. Assist students with restroom needs as advised.
• G. Maintain students' 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.
• H. Participate in restraint training as required.
• I. Maintain confidentiality.
• J. Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• K. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels.
• L. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• A. Wash and dry children's clothing as needed.
• B. Wash dishes and toys as advised.
• C. Sanitize desks, tables, straws, oral motor equipment, and other items as advised.
• D. Arrange classroom furniture as advised.

Note:

The description contained herein reflects general details as 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 expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the ESD's goals.

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. We work to understand how racial ideology is manufactured and how it impacts the lives of our staff and those we serve.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is 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.

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