SPA II - SLP Assistant

Special Programs Assistant II (SPA II)- Special Education Personal Care Assistant
Stayton Intermediate/Middle School
2026-27 School Year

POSITION TYPE: Full-time (7 hours)

CONTRACT STATUS
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Regular

START DATE: August 19, 2026 - New Classified Orientation

WORK DAYS: 185 regular work days (if August Start Date)
PAY: Pay for the 2026-27 school year ranges from $18.23 - $23.77 based on verifiable experience.

RETIREMENT CONTRIBUTION: The North Santiam School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee’s salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP). Eligibility is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

HIRING MANAGER: Matthew Olson, matthew.olson

Job Goal:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher or administrator, the Special Programs Assistant II performs support services to special needs students in the Structure Learning Program, Life Skills classroom, Transitions Program, or other programs that serve students with moderate to severe disabilities. Positions may be contingent upon available federal funding and the needs of given student(s).

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Positions assigned to the Special Programs Assistant II classification are distinguished by the responsibility to provide, under teacher supervision, direct instruction and support to students with moderate to severe disabilities and assist with developing teaching materials.

Essential Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent as required by OAR , Oregon Department of Education
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of students and their records
• Ability to supervise individual or groups of student(s) in an instructional setting without constant teacher oversight; work in a team situation
• Ability to work with students who may exhibit aggressive behavior, as required of specific job assignment
• Ability to work with students who require attention to basic feeding and personal hygiene needs, as required by specific job assignment
• Demonstrate standards of moral character and behavior to serve as an effective role model for students
• Understand essential provision of IDEA, due process procedures, and the IEPs for children identified as disabled, as required by specific job assignment
• Demonstrate a positive attitude in working with children with special needs
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, math, office practices and procedures, and computer skills
• Ability to direct and respond appropriately to students
• Ability to work effectively in an environment that can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing; perform physically demanding requirements of the job
• In an ESL/migratory position, as specified by the administrator, the ability to be bilingual in Spanish, English, or other languages (speak, read, and write)
• Ability to deliver instructional programs to students with learning and physical disabilities and/or social behavior problems, as required by specific job assignments.
• Perform physical requirements, which may include:

• Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: