SOESD - Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I for the 2026-27 School Year
Southern Oregon Education Service District, Grants Pass, OR, United States
SOESD - Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I for the 2026-27 School Year JobID: 2313
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
Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply. We welcome diversity in our work environment.
Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I
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 individual instruction 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 provided by a consulting Early Intervention Specialist.
Essential Functions
Prepare activities (e.g., snack, art) as directed through the daily schedule or supervisor instruction.
Implement group and individual activities designed to encourage development in the areas of communication, cognitive, self‑help, social, and motor skills.
Provide specialized assistance with feeding, toileting, and delegated nursing tasks, including (but not limited to) medication administration, tube feeding, output measuring, and catheterization.
Follow instructions of related service professionals regarding positioning, use of wheelchairs, communication boards, or other adaptive devices.
Implement language and motor therapy goals as directed by therapists, and report progress regularly.
Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe learning experience.
Assist with the preparation and the clean‑up of the facility, including dishwashing, vacuuming, and other light housekeeping tasks.
Maintain attendance, goal tracking sheets, and other charting as required.
Participate as a member of the curriculum and goal planning team.
Attend trainings as required.
Comply with EI/ECSE and ESD rules and policies.
Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Prerequisites
High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques, language strategies, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Application of safety practices, laws, rules and regulations, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, learn through hands‑on experiences; communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other employees, related service professionals, and parents; develop nurturing and supportive relationships with children; and recognize changing needs of children and respond appropriately.
Sign language skills are helpful.
With training, operation of computers or other augmentative communication devices, wheelchairs, or other positioning or adaptive devices.
Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment.
Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry.
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 : $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 $2,185.00 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.
A generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance
OEBB MODA
Monthly premium deducted pre‑tax
Options
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts – 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
Stand/Walk: 1–4 Hrs/Day
Sit/Sit on the Floor: 4–6 Hrs/Day
Drive: 1–4 Hrs/Day
Bending: Frequently
Squat: Frequently
Climb Stairs: Frequently
Single Grasping: Frequently
Pushing: Frequently
Pulling: Frequently
Fine Manipulation: Frequently
Repetitive Foot Controls: Not At All
Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
Lifting (25–50 lbs): Occasionally
Lifting (50–75 lbs): Limited
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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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
Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply. We welcome diversity in our work environment.
Early Intervention Teaching Assistant I
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 individual instruction 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 provided by a consulting Early Intervention Specialist.
Essential Functions
Prepare activities (e.g., snack, art) as directed through the daily schedule or supervisor instruction.
Implement group and individual activities designed to encourage development in the areas of communication, cognitive, self‑help, social, and motor skills.
Provide specialized assistance with feeding, toileting, and delegated nursing tasks, including (but not limited to) medication administration, tube feeding, output measuring, and catheterization.
Follow instructions of related service professionals regarding positioning, use of wheelchairs, communication boards, or other adaptive devices.
Implement language and motor therapy goals as directed by therapists, and report progress regularly.
Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe learning experience.
Assist with the preparation and the clean‑up of the facility, including dishwashing, vacuuming, and other light housekeeping tasks.
Maintain attendance, goal tracking sheets, and other charting as required.
Participate as a member of the curriculum and goal planning team.
Attend trainings as required.
Comply with EI/ECSE and ESD rules and policies.
Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Prerequisites
High school graduation or equivalency and at least one year of experience caring for children.
Knowledge of classroom and individual behavior management techniques, language strategies, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Application of safety practices, laws, rules and regulations, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, learn through hands‑on experiences; communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other employees, related service professionals, and parents; develop nurturing and supportive relationships with children; and recognize changing needs of children and respond appropriately.
Sign language skills are helpful.
With training, operation of computers or other augmentative communication devices, wheelchairs, or other positioning or adaptive devices.
Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment.
Pass a background check and maintain enrollment in the Child Care Division Criminal History registry.
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 : $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 $2,185.00 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.
A generous sick, vacation, and discretionary (personal) leave packet is also provided to qualified employees.
Health Insurance
OEBB MODA
Monthly premium deducted pre‑tax
Options
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts – 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
Stand/Walk: 1–4 Hrs/Day
Sit/Sit on the Floor: 4–6 Hrs/Day
Drive: 1–4 Hrs/Day
Bending: Frequently
Squat: Frequently
Climb Stairs: Frequently
Single Grasping: Frequently
Pushing: Frequently
Pulling: Frequently
Fine Manipulation: Frequently
Repetitive Foot Controls: Not At All
Lifting (less than 25 lbs): Frequently
Lifting (25–50 lbs): Occasionally
Lifting (50–75 lbs): Limited
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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