What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Assistant position at HARRISBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL?
EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Harrisburg is located in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Eugene and Corvallis.
POSTING DATE: September 23, 2026
POSITION: Educational Assistant, Harrisburg Middle School
Harrisburg operates on a 4-day school week, M-Th, with some Fridays.
Compensation: $17.42 – $23.45 / hour
JOB SUMMARY: Seeking a dependable and compassionate Educational Assistant to support students and teachers in a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment. This position will assist students with academic tasks, organization, classroom routines, and social-emotional needs. The Educational Assistant will work closely with teachers to reinforce instruction, encourage positive behavior, supervise students, and help students develop independence, confidence, and effective school habits. The ideal candidate demonstrates patience and strong communication skills, and is committed to helping middle school students succeed academically and personally.
QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associates degree, 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits from a higher education institute, or a score of 461 or better on the ParaPro Assessment.
- Educational Assistant for Special Ed may be required to have knowledge of ADHD, autism, anger and behavior management, and physical health needs in children.
- Basic computer and office machine skills.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
- Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to work well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focused on solving conflict, maintaining confidentiality, listening to others, keeping emotions under control, remain opened minded to others ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully work with students.
- Must be able to adapt to different learning environments and be able to work with different students throughout the day in a variety of subjects.
BENEFITS: Employer-paid insurance CAP to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums, employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D policies. Two (2) days of personal leave, ten (10) days sick leave, seven (7) paid holidays, and PERS retirement contribution. Applicable benefits will be prorated for the remainder of the school year.
APPLY TO:
Submit a letter of interest to human.resources@harrisburg.k12.or.us
Application submitted at: https://harrisburg.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
STARTING DATE: Upon hire
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, or the presence of a non-job-related handicap. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Steve Woods, Superintendent, at (541) 995-6626 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-835-2900
OTHER: A detailed job description is available for review and is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, effort, function, or working conditions associated with the Job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Salary : $17 - $23