A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
07/28/2026 Program Assistant - Douglas ESD Douglas Education Service District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Program Assistant for our Douglas Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education department. 190 days per year , 5 days per week , 8 hours per day to begin in August 2026. Summers off!
APPLICATION DEADLINE
: 07/28/2026 at 3:00 pm
STARTING SALARY
: $16.90 - $21.77 per hour
JOB SUMMARY
Functions as clerical support for assigned department or program strand.
DUTIES:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. Full job description is attached in Applicant Tracking. Provide coverage for front reception area by greeting guests and/or answering phones as needed and requested. Coordinates meetings, programs, or events specific to the department by communicating, arranging, and organizing all components as directed. Composes and prepares pertinent correspondence, reports, minutes, and memoranda in appropriate format, applying knowledge of established departmental procedures and functions. Applies knowledge of agency rules, policies, and procedures when working with internal and external customers. Indexes and files correspondence, reports, and other materials for department or program strand. Receives and distributes mail, supplies, and other materials for department or program strand. Operates standard office equipment such as, copy machine, computer, printer, scanner, etc. Uses appropriate software efficiently and effectively to accomplish work within the department or program strand. Completes department specific projects and tasks as directed by supervisor. Completes data entry per specific job duties. Adhere to workplace expectations Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to and from school locations in the Douglas ESD service area and may be required to travel on overnight assignments. Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience in office work is preferred. Douglas ESD has been awarded the Douglas County Working Parents Award for 2026. Background Check Conducted Douglas ESD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and valuing the cultural, educational, and life experience of each student and employee, as well as equitable outcomes for all students. Douglas ESD policy provides veterans and disable veterans with preference as required by law.
