Educational Assistant Special Education

Seaside School District 10

Pacific Ridge Elementary School - Sea Girt, New Jersey Job Details

Job ID:

5904656

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 26, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Elem Educational Assistant - Special Education, 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day, average)

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Classroom Teacher

JOB SUMMARY

To assist classroom teachers with individual and/or small group learning in special and general education classrooms and provide student supervision as needed. Staff will be asked to support students with a variety of needs, which could include academic, social, functional and behavioral supports. A primary focus is the establishment of a positive learning environment that promotes a high level of achievement and inclusion for all students. Full job description available upon request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent.

Criminal history clearance (background check and HB 2062).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Basic computer/technology skills.

Spanish language skills.

Ability to meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional standards (2 years of college, Associates degree or pass WorkKeys skills test).

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists students, individually or in groups, with instructional tasks, social-emotional skill development, and activities of daily living as assigned by the teacher.

Works directly with student(s) with disabilities and disabling conditions.

Assists students with the development of academics, communication, and functional skills (including feeding & toileting), appropriate behavior and self-regulation, personal hygiene, grooming, cleaning, etc. as per the students Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Supervises students in all school settings ensuring safety and security at all times,

Provides supervision for and assists with arrival and departure routines, including riding bus routes and loading/ unloading children from buses.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Works a school year calendar, approximately 184 days at

FTE 0.9375.

Based on current OSEA salary schedule and negotiated agreement, salary at code 10 - $22.07 - $25.45/hour with excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year. Benefit information can be found at www.seasidek12.or.us/hr/benefits.

TO APPLY

Submit an application online by following the link on the District website, http://www.seaside.k12.or.us/employment, and the Application Process to complete the application.

Questions about the application process:

Human Resources, 503-738-5591.

The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice. For further information or assistance, contact the Director of Special Services at (503)738-5591. Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900

Position Type:

Full Time

Salary:

$22.07 to $25.45 Per Hour