Instructional Assistant – Santiam Elementary

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Assistant-Santiam Elementary School

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time, 7.5 hours per day, 4 days per week, 161 contract days with benefits as specified in the Classified Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age and possess high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fulfill one of the following criteria:
• • Compete two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
  • Have an Associate’s degree or higher; or
  • Successfully passed the Oregon Paraprofessional Exam.
• Successful prior experience working with children preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Follow spoken and written instructions, policies, procedures, and directions to complete assigned duties accurately, safely, and in accordance with District expectations.
• Work effectively with students, staff, and administrators by demonstrating professionalism, cooperation, and a positive attitude in daily interactions.
• Support students during classroom lessons, small-group activities, and enrichment opportunities under the direction of licensed staff to promote student engagement and success.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment by modeling appropriate behavior, encouraging positive interactions, and addressing concerns as directed.
• Supervise students in non-classroom settings, such as the lunchroom, playground, hallways, and other assigned areas, to help ensure student safety and appropriate behavior.
• Help carry out school and District rules, procedures, and expectations by consistently reinforcing behavior standards and supporting student accountability.
• Follow all applicable laws, District policies, procedures, and directives from supervisors while performing assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student, staff, and District information and handle sensitive information in accordance with legal requirements and District guidelines.
• Keep all required certifications and training current and participate in professional learning opportunities as assigned.
• Demonstrate reliability through regular attendance, punctuality to work and to assignments, meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following established schedules.
• Build and maintain positive, respectful working relationships with students, coworkers, supervisors, and families to support a collaborative school environment.
• Represent the District in a professional manner by supporting its mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives through daily interactions and job performance.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor to support the needs of students, staff, schools, and the District.