Preschool Educational Assistant

Starting Date: Immediately Position Details Preschool Educational Assistant Pos: 2455 Shaver Elementary School 2026-2027 Rate: $20.84 - $27.42 DOE, PLUS employer-paid retirement, and generous benefits package, Job Classification L Hours: 40 hours per week Workdays: 177 work calendar days Deadline to apply: Open Until Filled; Applications received by July 7, 2026, will be given first consideration. Overview The job of “Educational Assistant”, is done for the purpose/s of assisting (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students; relieving teachers of routine clerical tasks; and assisting students by providing for health care needs. Educational Assistants contribute to the educational and personal growth of students through positive adult-student interaction and examples and facilitate the smooth operation of the school by assisting teachers as directed. Job Requirements Experience required - three (3) years or more of experience working with young children Two years of postsecondary study in an academic program, or An associate's (or higher) degree, or A passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics when available Multicultural Competency Preferred AA degree in Early Education preferred Bilingual Experience working with diverse student populations preferred Willing to get certified to drive students in the District van Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required Basic clerical functions Basic math calculations Provide for health care needs of students. Use English in both written and verbal form Use correct spelling, grammar and punctuation Maintain detailed and accurate records Operate standard office equipment including Microsoft computer applications Knowledge Required The principles of child development and instructional processes Understand and address students with special needs Understand and carry out oral and written instructions Read/interpret/apply rules, regulations and policies Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations Work Expectations Regular attendance at work must be maintained Punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings and following schedules Maintains confidential information relating to students, families and colleagues Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work as a team member Ability to gather and report relevant data Ability to maintain supportive working relationships with adults and children License, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (cost to the employee: $12.50 for fingerprints; $75.00 for criminal background check – one-time payroll deduction) First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or the ability to obtain Reports To Building Principal To Apply Candidates will complete the Parkrose application online at TalentEd. In order for your application to be complete, you must submit the documents listed below in addition to the application at TalentEd: Cover Letter TalentEd Application Resume Two (2) current letters of recommendation Unofficial Transcripts if available Parkrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Physical Requirements In a five (5) hour day the educational assistant may: Stand/walk – 3 – 4 hours Sit – 2 – 4 hours Bend, kneel, squat, climb stairs or ladders Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds. May, after appropriate training and following approved methods, also require the ability to physically intervene with assistance 50 to 100 lbs. Requires continuous reaching, bending, crouching, twisting, kneeling and the repetitive use of arms, hands, wrists and legs. The educational assistant will need: Near/far visual acuity, depth perception. unaffected field of vision, unaffected hearing, ability to talk/converse and the ability to evacuate students from classrooms/building #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education