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

Instructional Assistant
- Meadowlark Academy - SEL Classroom
- St. Helens - 26/27 School Year

• Position Type:
  Classified/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  Priority date: 09/01/2026

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.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At NWRESD, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job.

We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Instructional Assistant

Early Learning

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

Principal

Classified Salary Schedule
- Range C

$22.07 - $26.39 per hour; DOE

OSEA

0.9375 FTE - 37.5 hours per week

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.

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.

• 1. High School Diploma or GED
• 2. Ability to lift students from a wheelchair to the floor and back, and on and off of a changing table.
• 3. Child Care Central Background Registry Clearance (applicable for all employees assigned to Early Learning positions/worksites).
• 4. A valid driver's license
• 5. Ability to speak Spanish, preferred.

• 1. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
• 2. Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations
• 3. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor
• 4. 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)
• 5. 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.

The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position.

• A. Prepare instructional materials under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• B. Provide instruction under the direction of a licensed teacher.
• C. Assist the teacher in working with students to complete assignments.
• D. Assist the teacher in grading and recording students' assignments.
• E. Take and maintain data as needed and required by the licensed teacher.
• F. Assist students with restroom needs as advised.
• G. Maintain student safety and monitor appropriate behavior at recess, in class, and during bus loading and unloading.
• H. Note discipline issues and complete accurate paperwork for reporting…