What are the responsibilities and job description for the LRC Assistant: SPA I K-8 (7 hrs/day) position at North Santiam School District?
- High School Diploma or equivalent as required by OAR 581-37-030, Oregon Department of Education
- 18 years of age or older
- Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of students and their records
- Ability to supervise individual or groups of student(s) in an instructional setting without constant teacher oversight; work in a team situation
- Ability to work with students who may exhibit aggressive behavior, as required of specific job assignment
- Ability to work with students who require attention to basic feeding and personal hygiene needs, as required by specific job assignment
- Demonstrate standards of moral character and behavior to serve as an effective role model for students
- Understand basic provision of IDEA, due process procedures, and the IEPs for children identified as disabled, as required by specific job assignment
- Demonstrate a positive attitude in working with children with special needs
- Knowledge of business English, spelling, math, office practices and procedures, and computer skills
- Ability to direct and respond appropriately to students
- Ability to work effectively in an environment that can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing; perform physically demanding requirements of the job
- In an ESL/ migratory position, as specified by the administrator, ability to be bilingual in Spanish, English, or other languages (speak, read, and write)
- Ability to deliver instructional programs to students who have learning and physical disabilities and/ or social behavior problems, as required by specific job assignments
- Perform physical requirements, which may include:
- High level of degree of physical stamina and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing, walking, and bending
- Physically restraining a student as needed, utilizing trained procedures
- Exposure to bodily fluids is possible when assisting students with restroom use and may also occur in cases of student injury or illness.
- Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable
- Assist special education teaching staff with implementing individualized education plan (IEP); ?participate as a member of the IEP team as requested and attend IEP meetings as a member of the team when required, as required by specific job assignment
- Assist special education teaching staff responsible for writing, reviewing, updating, implementing, and evaluating instructional programs, as required by specific job assignments
- Assist special education teaching staff responsible for preparation, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group behavioral programs, as required by specific job assignments
- Assist special education teaching staff in communicating with teachers and parents on student’s progress, as required by specific job assignments
- Assist with recordkeeping to monitor students’ daily and monthly data on instructional and behavioral progress, as required by specific job assignments
- Assist with physical management of disabled student(s), including lifting, moving, positioning, feeding, diapering/toileting, and personal hygiene, as required by specific job assignments; additional nurse-directed procedures may be assigned.
- Assist classroom teachers in diagnostic testing and reporting.
- Provide remedial instruction as requested.
- Prepare and teach a unit of instruction under the supervision of a teacher.
- Perform clerical duties such as typing, computer entry, duplicating, and recordkeeping.
- Provide supervision of student(s) in buildings or other school areas and school-related activities (i.e., hall duty, at assemblies, in lunch and playground areas, or with school buses as required).
- Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining class and student records.
- Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff.
- Participate in in-service programs as assigned.
- Act as a friendly ambassador of the NorthSantiamSchool District
- Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as deemed appropriate to the Board or Administration.
JobID: 1904
Position Type:
Class Support Staff/SPA I - Reading/Resource Teaching Assist
Class Support Staff/SPA I - Reading/Resource Teaching Assist
Date Posted:
2/12/2025
2/12/2025
Location:
Mari-Linn School
Mari-Linn School
Closing Date:
03/05/2025
03/05/2025
Special Ed Care Assistant - Learning Resource Center
SPA II K-8 (7 hrs/day)
Mari-Linn School
POSITION TYPE: Classified
START DATE: 08/2025
WORK DAYS: 185
PAY: For the 2025-26 school year, is $17.70 - 23.08 per hour, depending on verifiable experience; we also pay your PERS retirement contribution
HIRING MANAGER: Sophia Duerst, Principal - sophia.duerst@nsantiam.k12.or.us
START DATE: 08/2025
WORK DAYS: 185
PAY: For the 2025-26 school year, is $17.70 - 23.08 per hour, depending on verifiable experience; we also pay your PERS retirement contribution
HIRING MANAGER: Sophia Duerst, Principal - sophia.duerst@nsantiam.k12.or.us
Mari-Linn, a small and flourishing K-8 school, is seeking a dedicated and organized Learning Resource Center (LRC) Assistant to support our students and staff. This position plays a vital role in fostering a love of learning and providing essential academic support.
Under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher or administrator, the Special Programs Assistant II provides support services to special needs students in the Structure Learning Program, Life Skills classroom, Transitions Program, or other programs that serve students with moderate to severe disabilities. Positions may be contingent upon available federal funding and the needs of given student(s).
Distinguishing Characteristics: Positions assigned to the Special Programs Assistant II classification are distinguished by the responsibility to provide, under teacher supervision, direct instruction and support to students with moderate to severe disabilities and assist with the development of teaching materials.
Essential Requirements:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability needed for the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Working Conditions:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Other:
1. Valid First Aid card as required
2. HQ Paraprofessional
3. Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
4. Bloodborne Pathogen Training/ Hepatitis B Shot Series Training as required
2. HQ Paraprofessional
3. Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
4. Bloodborne Pathogen Training/ Hepatitis B Shot Series Training as required
Salary : $18 - $23
