Elementary Educational Assistant - Special Education

JOB TITLE: Elementary Educational Assistant - Special Education, 33.75 hours per week (6.75 hours/day average) 0.8438 FTE

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Classroom Teachers

JOB SUMMARY: To assist classroom teachers with individual and/or small group learning in special and general education classrooms and provide student supervision as needed.

Staff will be asked to support students with a variety of needs, which could include academic, social, functional and behavioral supports. A primary focus is the establishment of a positive learning environment that promotes a high level of achievement and inclusion for all students. Full job description available upon request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).
Ability to meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional standards (2 years of college, Associates degree or pass WorkKeys skills test).
Basic computer/technology skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience working in a school setting.
Spanish language skills.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Self-starter who is able to take minimal guidance, as well as, work as a team member.
Organized, patient, neat, and kind in working with students with disabilities.
Creative and versatile in terms of working with students with disabilities.
Ability to maintain patience in stressful situations.
Ability to be physically active.
Ability to treat information confidentially.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Works a school year calendar, approximately 186 days at FTE 0.8438.

Based on current OSEA salary schedule and negotiated agreement, salary (code 8 - starting $16.77/hr. - $19.37/hr.) with excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year. Immediate start date. Benefit information can be found at www.seasidek12.or.us/hr/benefits http://www.seasidek12.or.us/hr/benefits . Open until filled.

TO APPLY: Submit an application on line by following the link on the District website employment page, http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment , and follow the Application Process instructions to complete the online application.

Questions about the application process: Contact Human Resources, 503-738-5591.

The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice. For further information or assistance, contact the Director of Special Services at (503)738-5591. Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900.