Special Education, Educational Assistant - Bridges

Special Education, Educational Assistant
- Bridges

Woodburn SD 103 District Office Student Services
- Woodburn, Oregon

This job is also posted in Woodburn Schools

Job : 5370051

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

POSITION SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of a licensed teacher, performs a variety of tasks such as assisting the teacher in the development of an instructional program by working with students on Individual Educational Plans (I.E.P.) individually or in small or large groups, preparing instructional materials, maintaining classroom discipline, and conducting planned activities using teacher‑designated methods and materials. Some positions require aptitude and skill in working with the particular disabilities or learning needs of students.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Spanish bilingual preferred, not required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent by OAR
• Two years of post‑secondary education or an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution or the ability to pass the district‑approved equivalency test
• 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License

• Communicates effectively and appropriately in both oral and written form.
• Communicates effectively in Spanish or Russian (if assigned) in both oral and written form.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work effectively in an environment which can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing; perform physically demanding requirements of the job.
• Work with students who may exhibit aggressive behavior, as required of specific job assignment.
• Knowledgeable in the use of English, mathematics, and a basic understanding of the subjects in which this position is to provide assistance.
• Operate standard office equipment such as computer, copier, and word processor; and operate audio‑visual equipment.
• Ability to transport and supervise students in a vocational setting, on or off campus, as part of their I.E.P.
• Perform all related services as needed (as outlined in IDEA) i.e. feeding, catheterization, toileting, etc.
• Assists teachers in the planning and implementing learning experiences for students enrolled in a special education program; confers with teacher to provide feedback on student performance, progress, and testing activities.
• Assists the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assists in the instruction of students in group or one‑on‑one settings, often without direct teacher supervision; revises lesson plan or teaching strategy during instructional activity as necessary to achieve IEP goals and objectives.
• Provides for the identified physical needs of students such as toileting, feeding, and other related needs.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
• Assists in monitoring classroom management in accordance with the district’s discipline procedures, which may include the physical restraint, physical movement, lifting and carrying of students.
• Supervises students in and outside of the classroom with an understanding of and provision for a safe environment.
• Performs various clerical functions in student record keeping, monitors assignments, maintains accurate files, and other related functions.
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and play periods.
• Assist with large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
• Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makes up work as assigned by the teacher.
• Alerts the teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• Provides information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Follows all safety rules and takes all reasonable precautions to provide a safe and secure working environment.
• Demonstrates support for District Core Values, District Mission, District Strategic Plan.
• Collaborates and…