Instructional Assistant Special Education Limited-Term, Part Time

Instructional Assistant Self-Contained Classroom North Marion Middle School

Part Time Limited Duration: 4 Hours per Day through end of 2025-26 school year

Position Summary

North Marion School District is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant Self-Contained Classroom to support students with significant cognitive developmental physical and/or behavioral needs. This position provides academic instruction behavioral support and personal care assistance in a self-contained special education setting. Instructional Assistants work closely with licensed teachers specialists and support staff to ensure a safe structured and inclusive learning environment that promotes student independence and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals
• Assist with accommodations modifications and communication strategies
• Provide personal care assistance (e.g. toileting feeding hygiene mobility) as required
• Implement behavioral intervention plans and positive behavior supports
• Use trained de-escalation and crisis intervention strategies when needed
• Support students with adaptive equipment assistive technology and communication devices
• Supervise students across school settings to ensure safety and engagement
• Collect and share student progress data with teachers and specialists
• Prepare and adapt instructional materials under teacher direction
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate student records
• Participate in required trainings meetings and professional development
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (college coursework Associates Degree or paraprofessional assessment preferred)
• Must meet federal and state paraprofessional requirements if applicable
• Successful background and criminal history clearance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and meet physical demands of the position
• Willingness to learn and apply instructional behavioral and de-escalation strategies
• Ability to assist with personal care and support students during behavioral crises
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds

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North Marion School District offers the best of both worldsa close-knit small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregons surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter collaboration is valued and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve. If youre looking for meaningful work in a district that values people place and purpose we encourage you to apply and consider joining the North Marion team.

North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin marital status age veteran status familial status genetic information and/or disability of employee with or without reasonable accommodations is able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Required Experience:

Junior IC