Position Type:
PDHH/PVI - Classified/EA - Basic Sign Language
Date Posted:
1/23/2026
Location:
Jackson and Josephine Counties
Date Available:
For 2025-2026 school year
The Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Educational Assistant with Basic Sign Language abilities to join our dynamic team. As an Educational Assistant you will be supported by a highly trained Teacher of the Deaf and work towards developing a career of which you can be proud. This position will serve students ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade who utilize a variety of communication modalities. Commitment to professionalism growth and working as a dynamic educational team member while carrying out your assignment is vital to the success of our program. You will be responsible for preparing for classes working toward ongoing professional goals following the NAIE Code of Professional Conduct informally assessing student language skills and working to ensure that the educational team operates cohesively via the sharing of information. Working for the SOESD will give the successful candidate a unique experience to change students lives. Applicants should understand the importance of positive relationships with students professional colleagues and the spirit of teamwork. We are passionate about the importance of inclusion and believe in the power of education to transform lives. If you share these views and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people this could be your perfect role.
About SOESD
Southern Oregon ESD has locations in the Rogue Valley Grants PassandKlamath Falls.
The Rogue Valley is the cultural and economic heart of southern Oregon home to legendary snow-skiing white-water rafting kayaking hiking and fishing as well as numerous cultural venues and events such as art galleries the Britt Music Festivals the Ashland Independent Film Festival and the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
Grants Pass is a beautiful river town with access to outdoor activities like hiking fishing and rafting on the Rogue River. The city also boasts a lively downtown a close-knit community and a rich history.
Klamath County is proudly the home of Crater Lake National Park. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year outdoor sports are unlimited for all ages and all seasons.
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POSITION GOAL: Provide educational instructional tutorial and communication assistance to deaf or hard of hearing students in regular and special classroom environments.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS: 1. Assist in the evaluation of student performance levels.
2. Assist in the instruction of individual or groups of deaf and hard of hearing students.
3. Assist in the tutorial support of deaf and hard of hearing students assigned by teacher.
4. Assist in basic interpretive support for deaf and hard of hearing students who use sign language for communication or instruction.
5. Assist in the application of student management procedures including physical care.
6. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials for deaf and hard of hearing students assigned.
7. Perform organizational and clerical tasks as assigned.
8. Communicate clearly and make independent decisions within established policies and procedures.
9. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
10. Participate as an effective team member.
11. Participate in professional growth activities.
12. Comply with local district and ESD rules and policies.
13. Perform job-related tasks as designated by the teacher and accept responsibility for additional duties when they do not conflict with primary responsibilities for assigned deaf and or hard of hearing students assigned.
14. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUMPREREQUISITES: 1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Complete at least two sign language classes of increasing difficulty or have equivalent experience in the use of sign language through contact with deaf adults or children.
LOCATION: In person at assigned school(s)
LENGTH OFPOSITION: 190 day Calendar (academic year) / .938 FTE
PAY RANGE: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement:$18.24/hr to $25.00/hr for 2025-2026 school year.
IMMEDIATESUPERVISOR: Program Administrator
SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):
- Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2114.00 per month (family coverage)for health dental and vision insurance premiums for qualified employees.
- Employer-paid PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) including an additional 6% individual investment account with PERS.
- 9 paid holidays
- Agenerous sick vacation and discretionary (personal)leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance:
- OEBB MODA
- Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
Options:
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts ï½ medical day-care expenses
- Optional Coverage for Additional Life AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance through Aflac or American Fidelity
- 403(b)
- Mercy Flights Membership
The following physical requirements are essential functions of the job description:Educational Assistant with Basic Sign Language
1. Stand/walk: 4-6 Hrs/Day
2. Sit: 1-4 Hrs/Day
3. Drive: 1-4 Hrs/Day
4. Bending: .Frequently
5. Squat: Frequently
6. Climb Stairs: Occasionally
7. Single Grasping: Frequently
8. Pushing: Frequently
9. Pulling: Occasionally
10. Fine Manipulation: Frequently
11. Repetitive Foot Controls: Occasionally
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs);
13. Lifting (25-50 lbs): Frequently
14. Lifting (50-75 lbs): Frequently
15. Lifting (75-100 lbs): Frequently
Note:This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
SOESD is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable employment discrimination laws including ORS Ch. 659 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
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Monthly Salary:
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Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
