JOB TITLE:  Educational Assistant/Preschool - 30 hours per week (6.0 hours per day, average)
REPORTS TO:  Building Principal and Classroom Teachers

JOB SUMMARY:

To assist classroom teacher with individual and/or small group learning in classroom, as well as, cafeteria and

play ground supervision.  Full job description available upon request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).
3. Ability to meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional standards (2 years of college, Associates degree or pass WorkKeys skills test).
4. Basic computer/technology skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Spanish speaker.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Self-starter who is able to take minimal guidance, as well as, work as a team member.
2. Organized, patient, and kind in working with elementary-aged students including those with special needs.
3. Assists teacher with set up and maintenance of classroom.
4. Assists students with restroom and mealtime procedures.
5. Ability to maintain patience in stressful situations.
6. Ability to be physically active.
7. Ability to treat information confidentially.
8. Positive attitude toward children and our school’s efforts.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Works a school year calendar, approximately 180 days at FTE 0.75.  Based on current OSEA salary schedule and negotiated agreement, salary (code 7 – starting $17.23/hr.  – $19.88/hr.) with excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year. Starts as soon as possible.  Benefit information can be found at www.seasidek12.or.us/hr/benefits.   Open until filled.

TO APPLY:   Go to the Seaside School District website employment page, http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment, and follow the instructions and link to complete the online application.

QUESTIONS:  Contact the Human Resources, 503-738-5591.

The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice.  For further information or assistance, contact the Director of Special Services at (503)738-5591.  Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900.