Educational Assistant

Supervisor: Building Administration


Employee Group: Classified - Hourly


FTE: 0.375 (3 hours per day), Part-Time


Hours: 10:15 AM to 1:15 PM


Application Deadline: September 18, 2026


Start Date: As soon as possible

Gladstone School District has an opening for an Educational Assistant at John Wetten Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year!

Gladstone School District #115 strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the position, and we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Gladstone offers stipends for classified staff based on educational experience. Inital salary placement is per the Classified salary schedule and determined by experience.


Applicant agrees to assume cost and arrange for FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK upon offer of employment.

General Description:

Responsible for organizing and supervising students in social situations (i.e. recess, lunch room, library supervision). More specific duties may be assigned by the building administrator based on building needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Sound oral and written communication skills.
2. High school diploma or equivalent documentation.
3. Second language skills desirable.
4. Sound reading and speaking skills in English.
5. Emotional and physical stamina to perform the duties assigned to this position
6. Ability to exercise tact, patience and courtesy when working with students, staff, parents and the community.
7. Strong interpersonal/human relations skills.
8. Experience in a school setting desirable.
9. Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including [communities of color], in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process.
10. Other qualifications as may be established by the District.

Essential Functions :

1. Regular attendance and punctuality.
2. Supervise students in a variety of settings.
3. Assist students in behavior management as directed by supervisor.
4. Follow confidentiality guidelines of the District.
5. Adhere to policies and procedures of the District.
6. Conform to building regulations and employment rules.
7. Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Capable of working with and providing curricula to students of various ages in small group settings or individually.
2. Able to communicate with parents by phone, email and in person.
3. Strong interpersonal skills.
4. Experience in organizing and supervising children.