Substitute Preschool Instructional Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Enrollment in Oregon’s Child Care Central Background Registry (CBR).

3. Reasonable knowledge of spelling, punctuation, capitalization, word usage, and sentence construction of the English language.

4. Reasonable knowledge of office practices and procedures.

5. Successful completion of criminal history records check, as required by law.

6. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, active, and changing environment.
7. Bilingual applicants are desired, but not required.

8. CPR certification and Food Handlers Card are preferred, but are not required.

REPORTS TO: Preschool or OCCE Supervisor

SUPERVISES: None

JOB GOAL: Under the direction of a supervisor or designated teacher, performs a variety of assignments related to the instruction, supervision, and monitoring of students. May function in an instructional setting separate from the teacher without much supervision.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Under the direction of a supervisor or designated teacher, facilitate small group activities and assist with large group activities.
2. Prepare learning materials as dictated by prescribed education or lesson plans, exercising some judgment in the selection and use of materials within established guidelines.
3. Assist in setting up, organizing, and maintaining the learning environment, materials, and supplies.
4. Support designated teachers with record-keeping, copying, and filing. Assist in assessing student progress by collecting data as directed by teachers or supervisors.
5. Directly interact with students in respectful and positive ways, demonstrating enthusiasm and flexibility while being mindful of individual student needs.
6. Assist designated teachers with integrating developmental goals outlined in Oregon’s Early Learning and Kindergarten Guidelines through daily routines and learning opportunities.
7. In collaboration with other staff, use proactive strategies to prevent challenging behaviors, address unexpected behaviors with empathy when they arise, and support in the development of social-emotional skills. Personally resolve minor concerns, inform teacher of major issues.
8. Instruct students with a variety of learning and developmental needs.

NUMBER OF HOURS PER DAY: 2.0 - 6.5 HOURS PER DAY DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITY AND SCHEDULING

NUMBER OF DAYS WORKED PER SCHOOL YEAR: AS NEEDED IN SUBSTITUTE CAPACITY

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $22.34 PER HOUR

All applicants must apply online at: https://oregoncity.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Applicants recommended for conditional employment are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal record check at their own expense (presently $12.50 per employee).

Oregon City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, and/or disability of employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.