SPA I - Reading/Resource Teaching Assist - Reading/Resource Teaching Assist. - SPA I - Grades 4-5 (7 Hrs/Day)

Job Title: SPA I

• Reading/Resource Teaching Assist

• Reading/Resource Teaching Assist.

• SPA I - grades 4-5 (7 hrs/day)
  Category: Class Support Staff

READING/RESOURCE TEACHING ASSISTANT - High Dosage Tutoring
SPA I - 7.5 hrs/day
Stayton Intermediate/Middle School, 4-8

POSITION TYPE: Classified
START DATE: August 2024
WORK DAYS: 185 (with August start date)
PAY: Pay for the 2024-25 school year will range from $16.48 to $21.12 per hour depending upon experience. In addition, we pay your PERS contribution.

The North Santiam School District is looking for a highly qualified energetic, positive, self-starter who is a team player. Experience working with special needs students preferred. Bilingual preferred.

At the time of hire, candidates must qualify by having met at least one of the following requirements:

Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education
Obtain an Associate's Degree or higher; or
Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate through a formal state or local academic assessment the knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics or the instruction in readiness for these subjects (assessment currently in development by Oregon Department of Education). Paraprofessionals qualifying under this criterion must have a high school diploma or equivalent as a prerequisite.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Principles, practices, and techniques of instruction related to area of assignment - reading instruction will be the focus
Proper child care techniques
Techniques and methods of student supervision and classroom management
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and computer equipment preferred

ABILITY TO:

Deliver instructional programs to students as assigned by supervising teachers: Focus will be small group instruction teaching reading intervention.
Work effectively in an environment that can both be physically and emotionally fatiguing
Learn basic first aid requirements
Work in a team situation
Understand and appropriately interpret instruction plans
Communicate clearly and concisely, both oral and written
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Work with students who require additional instructional support.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but not limited to the following):

Assist in implementing learning experiences to students enrolled in program; confer with teacher to provide feedback on student performance in tutorial and testing activities
Instruct students in small group and one-on-one settings, often without direct teacher oversight; review lesson plan or teaching strategy during instructional activity as necessary to achieve goals and objectives
Conduct student testing using prescribed batteries
Regular attendance and punctuality
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior
Correct tests and record scores on appropriate forms; report results to teacher
Help students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults; promote safety of the students by helping them develop self-confidence and appropriate interpersonal actions
Respond to discipline programs
Act as a role model
Attend in-service and workshop training related to area of assignment; apply training to instructional responsibilities
Perform a variety of general clerical duties including writing attendance reports, grading papers, and maintaining accurate files
Perform related duties as assigned

Hours for this position will be 7:30 - 3:00 approximately. Hours will be adjusted to meet before and after school needs.

Stayton Intermediate/Middle school is AVID certified. We are AVID schoolwide with focused attention towards social/emotional learning, Culturally Relevant Teaching, Equity, and building Relational Capacity with our students.

Our campus promotes a learning environment that fosters collaboration in which both students and staff are reflective in their practice to build confidence in our students and provide them the best opportunities to become productive citizens in our community. All staff are charged with the responsibility of providing a safe, friendly, and welcoming place for our students to learn. We hold the belief that ALL students are OUR students. We commit to remain visible throughout our school building.

This position is subject to a funded budget based on staffing needs. Specific assignment is subject to change.