Position Type:
Early Childhood Services - Classified/EI Teaching Assistant I
Date Posted:
4/27/2026
Location:
Grants Pass Early Childhood Services Office
Date Available:
08/21/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Southern Oregon ESD seeks a member to join our Early Childhood Services (ECS) team. Our transdisciplinary team of 35 dedicated teachers assistants family consultants therapists evaluators and office professionals are focused on authentic and supportive relationships professional growth through coaching and mentoring and maintaining a family feel to our workplace. We intentionally implement a tiered approach for developing childrens early communication cognitive adaptive motor and social-emotional skills and have designed a variety of environments and experiences to address the unique and varied learning needs of the children we serve.
Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply. We welcome diversity in our work environment.
About SOESD
Josephine County located in scenic southern Oregon offers easy access to mountain river forest and coastal exploration as well as vineyards and breweries and a thriving regional arts community. The Rogue River which runs through Grants Pass has Wild and Scenic River designation and is renowned for its kayaking rafting and fishing adventures. Rogue Community College has its main campus in Grants Pass and Southern Oregon University is located in nearby Ashland. The city of Grants Pass population 37000 the location of the ECS office and the Gilbert Creek Child Development Center offers a small-town atmosphere with high-quality restaurants cultural opportunities relaxing parks and very little traffic. Skip the commute and spend your time enjoying your family and friends and all the beauty our area has to offer. When you need a city fix Eugene is just 2 hours away Portland 4 hours and San Francisco 6 hours.
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POSITION GOAL:The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I provides supervision and instructional activities for children with developmental delays; does related work as required.
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY/SUPERVISION:The Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I is responsible for carrying out group and individualinstruction of children as outlined in the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Work is
performed under the daily supervision of the classroom teacher with training and oversight providedby a consulting Early Intervention Specialist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:(Positions may consist of some or all of the following duties.)
1. Prepare activities (e.g. snack art) as directed through the daily schedule or supervisorinstruction.
2. Implement group and individual activities designed to encourage development in the areas ofcommunication cognitive self-help social and motor skills.
3. Provide specialized assistance with feeding toileting and delegated nursing tasks including(but not limited to) medication administration tube feeding output measuring andcatheterization.
4. Follow instructions of related service professionals regarding positioning use ofwheelchairs communication boards or other adaptive devices.
5. Implement language and motor therapy goals as directed by therapists and report progressregularly.
6. Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe learning experience.
7. Assist with the preparation and the clean-up of the facility including dishwashing vacuuming andother light housekeeping tasks.
8. Maintain attendance goal tracking sheets and other charting as required.
9. Participate as a member of the curriculum and goal planning team.
10. Attend trainings as required.
11. Comply with EI/ECSE and ESD rules and policies.
12. Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM PREREQUISITES:1. High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
2. Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques language strategies anddevelopmentally appropriate practices.
3. Application of safety practices laws rules and regulations confidentiality andprofessional ethics.
4. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions learn through hands-onexperiences; communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with otheremployees related service professionals and parents; develop nurturing and supportiverelationships with children; and recognize changing needs of children and respond appropriately.
5. Sign language skills are helpful.
6. With training operation of computers or other augmentative communication deviceswheelchairs or other positioning or adaptive devices.
7. Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment.
8. Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal Historyregistry.
Location: In person at the Ramsey Learning Center: 711 SW Ramsey Ave Building A Grants Pass OR 97526
LENGTH OF POSITION: 190 days (academic year)
PAY: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement: $17.97/hr - $21.50/hr for 2026-2027 school year.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Department Administrator
SOESD Benefits(For .50 FTE and Over):
- Southern Oregon ESD contributes up to $2185.00 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
Physical Requirements:
The following physical requirements are essential functions of the Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I:
1. Stand/Walk:1-4 Hrs/Day
2. Sit/Sit on the Floor: 4-6 Hrs/Day
3. Drive: 1-4 Hrs/Day
4. Bending: Frequently
5. Squat: Frequently
6. Climb Stairs: Frequently
7. Single Grasping: Frequently
8. Pushing: Frequently
9. Pulling: Frequently
10. Fine Manipulation: Frequently
11. Repetitive Foot Controls: Not At All
12. Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
13. Lifting (25 50 lbs): Occasionally
14. Lifting (50 75 lbs): Limited
15. Lifting (75 100 lbs): Not At All
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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Vacancies:
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