Educational Assistant

Job Title:   Educational Assistant, Behavioral Program
                 Sunset School 

Position Description:

Part time position, .821 FTE/33.5 hours per week

This position is specific to the Structured Learning Center that serves the special education department with behaviorally challenged and/or emotionally struggling students.

QUALIFICATIONS:   (PREFERRERED, NOT REQUIRED) 

1. Approved training in Behavior Intervention Systems 
2. Experience with clear and concise Incident Reports.
3. Ability to report significant changes in a student’s behavior.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
5. Hold a valid first aid card.
6. Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher learning • An associate’s (or higher) degree or can meet a rigorous standard of quality that demonstrates, through a formal assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction or reading, writing, and mathematics readiness

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adhere to SLC and district policies and procedures at all times.
2. Implement directions from SLC Teacher.
3. Provide constant and effective supervision for behaviorally disordered and/or emotionally disturbed students at all times.
4. Instruct students in new skills using instructional methods and materials provided by the SLC teacher.
5. Provide positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior.
6. Assist SLC in ensuring that program is effective and appropriate by making constructive recommendations for possible changes/revisions.
7. Use positive behavior management techniques at all times.
8. Maintains safe environment for students at all times.
9. Assists with loading and unloading children from buses, transitioning kids from classroom to lunchroom, music, recess, library, etc.
10. Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff and parents and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
11. Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries.
12. Performs physical labor as required.
13. Maintains regular attendance in order to preserve continuity.
14. Performs other duties as assigned by SLC Teacher, Director and/or Principal.

Length of Contract:             school year-  months per year

Starting Date:                       As soon as possible

Salary Range:                        

Closing Date:     Open until filled

For more information please contact Michelle Barton in Human Resources

michelleba@coos-bay.k12.or.us  (541) 267-3104 x 1110

No employee or applicant for employment shall be subject to discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.  Coos Bay Public Schools complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.  Coos Bay Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a Drug Free and Alcohol Free Workplace.  Drug Testing may be a requirement for employment.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.