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PALS Special Education Instructional Assistant White Mountain Middle School
Join Eagle Point School District 9 Supporting Students with Heart and Purpose
Eagle Point School District 9 (EPSD9) is seeking a compassionate, flexible, and student-centered Special Education
Instructional Assistant to join the PALS Program at White Mountain Middle School. This vital classified position supports students
with diverse needs, helping them access their education through personalized and structured support,
teamwork, and a strong commitment to student growth.
About Eagle Point School District 9
Located in the scenic Rogue Valley of southern Oregon, EPSD9 serves the communities of Eagle Point, White City,
and surrounding rural areas. We offer the best of both worldstight-knit school communities and access to bigger-city amenities.
Our schools focus on preparing all students for success in life beyond the classroom.
About the Role
The PALS Special Education Instructional Assistant will work closely with the Special Education Teacher and classroom team
to implement individualized supports and services outlined in students' IEPs. This includes providing academic,
behavioral, and functional support; assisting with personal care needs; and maintaining accurate documentation and
communication with the team. This role requires someone who is responsive, patient, and not
afraid to roll with the unpredictable nature of special education.
Assignments are based on student need and may include working one-on-one, in small groups,
or in inclusive classroom settings. You'll play a key role in helping students with disabilities grow
academically, socially, and emotionallysometimes with paperwork in hand
and a walkie-talkie in your pocket.
Who We're Looking For
EPSD9 is searching for someone who believes all students can learn and thriveespecially with the right support.
The ideal candidate will be collaborative, proactive, and confident in working with students who may require physical assistance,
behavioral redirection, or personal care. Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to complete
or already hold CPR/First Aid and CPI certifications, and have either two years of college credit, an associate's degree,
or the ability to pass the district's assessment in reading, writing, and math. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
A valid Oregon driver's license and reliable transportation are also required. Most importantly, this role calls for
someone with a deep sense of compassion and ideally, a good sense of humor to go along with it.
Why Join the White Mountain team?
This is more than a jobit's a chance to make a meaningful difference in a child's life every single day.
White Mountain Middle School is home to a caring team that values collaboration, innovation, and supporting one another.
You'll be trained, supported, and encouraged to grow your own skills while helping
students discover theirs.
Eagle Point School District 9 - www.eaglepnt.k12.or.us
Travel Southern Oregon - https://www.southernoregon.org/
Apply today and become part of a team that empowers every learner,
every dayespecially those who need us the most.
Position Title: Instructional Assistant- Special Education
Placement: White Mountain Middle School, White City, Oregon
Supervisor: Principal or Designee
Contract Days: 182 days per year, 7 hours per day (0.875 FTE)
Salary Range: $18.87 to $26.85 per hour, depending upon verified previous full-time experience in a similar position
Position will begin asap, with screening to begin immediately.
Please click here to begin your application: https://phl.applitrack.com/eaglepnt/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
Eagle Point School District 9 promotes equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Salary : $19 - $27