Educational Assistant- Instructional Assistant

Application Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members August 24, 2026. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled. 

Projected Start Date: Approximately September 2, 2026 . Exact date to be determined by the district.

6.5 hours/day, 182 days/year

Salary Range 9 $22.29 to $30.54/hour

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described.  If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.  Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

POSITION SUMMARY: The "Instructional Assistant" provides educational supports through supervision and instruction of students under the direction of licensed staff. Assistance to the licensed teacher is achieved through the planning and implementation of assigned instructional programs for students who are not in categorical programs (e.g. special education, ELL) and completing routine clerical tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification

• Experience Required: Prior job-related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children.
• Education Required: Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint
• Clearance and First Aid/CPR card.

Knowledge of and Skill in:

• Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices
• Operating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing)
• Skills to perform basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations
• Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling,
• grammar and punctuation)
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies
• Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions
• Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations
• Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team
• Planning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision
• Handling multiple projects, and tasks to meet deadlines
• Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works under the guidance and direction of the licensed teacher with access to assistance and consultation and regular monitoring
• Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, supporting curriculum, student
• interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of student in the school
• setting
• Provides instructional support and tutoring to students in large groups, small groups, and one-onone situations
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions(e.g., scheduling, copying to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
• Confer with teacher(s) to provide feedback on student performance in their areas of instructional responsibilities.
• Help support students in developing positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults
• Promote safety of the students through the application of the district's student management and safety guidelines
• Monitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment