POSITION:  

• Functional Learning Center Instructional Assistant for Grades 6^th – 12^th

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

• 5 hours per day

 

SALARY:

• $18.86 - $25.42 (DOE)

 

STARTING DATE:

• November 2026

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree, 72 quarter (48 semester) hours of post-secondary coursework or High School Diploma and pass a rigorous Paraeducator local assessment.
• Evidence of good leadership and citizenship qualities and an interest in students.
• Ability to communicate well with adults and children.
• Prior job-related experience recommended, but not required.
• Preferred Qualification:  Strong Reading and Math Skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable; and
• Have a current First Aid card.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be willing to learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ADS) and how autism affects students; to listen, learn, and respond to individual students with ADS; and to reflect on own practices to continuously develop one’s own knowledge and skills regarding ASD
• Assist students with Autism and support them to develop and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance.
• See Job Description in Application packet

 

HOW TO APPLY:

• Visit the Gervais School District employment webpage. Click on “Current District Job Openings and Applications” or use the hyperlink below.
• Submit a Powered by TalentEd application with the following:
• A letter of interest addressing your strengths relative to the position.
• A current professional resume.
• 3 current letters of reference.
• A copy of college transcripts.

 

*If currently employed with the district, please submit an email of interest for this vacancy to sandra_segura@gervais.k12.or.us.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  

• Applications will be accepted at the District Office until 4 pm on October 26, 2026, or until the position is filled.

 

HIRING TIMELINES:

Advertise opening: 10/12/2026                                                         Interviews: 10/28/2026

Applications due: 10/26/2026 or until filled                                    Board Approval: 11/19/2026

Applications screened: 10/27/2026                                                  Position to be offered: 11/02/2026