Elementary School Educational Assistant

About the Employer

Parkside Elementary School - Educational Assistant (2026-2027 School Year)

Job Title

Educational Assistant

Location

Parkside Elementary School

Hours

3.75 hours per day

Calendar

182 days per year (August-June)

Vision

We are GP! A learning community committed to excellence and success for all.

Mission

We are committed to a high-quality education that empowers each student to reach their potential and become responsible, productive, successful citizens.

Qualifications

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

One of the following options:

Two years of college study. An associate's or higher degree.

A passing score on the district reading, writing, and math assessment.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of and experience with computers.

Knowledge of business English, spelling, and mathematics; some knowledge of office practices and procedures; type at a working rate speed.

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and ability to get along well with students.

Other duties as assigned.

Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

$16.79-$24.26 per hour. Dependent on approved accepted experience/education.

Annual COLA pay increase (as negotiated with Oregon Association of Classified Employees).

Annual step pay increase awarded to eligible employees.

6 paid holidays per year.

2 personal days per year.

10 paid sick leave days per year.

Bereavement leave, as per bargaining agreement.

Continuing education funds, up to $1,200 per year.

6% employee-paid contribution towards Oregon Public Employees Retirement System.

Longevity service stipend after 10 years of employment ($1,000-$1,600).

Control Code and Budget Information

Control code: 1185

Budget #100.1111.0112.140.000.00000

Application Materials

Application materials will be accepted online until filled.

Contact Information

Phone: 541-474-5700

Email: amersino@grantspass.k12.or.us

Provision for Limited Hour Vacancy Posting

The following provision applies to this limited hour vacancy posting only:
This posting is for a non-benefits position.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Grants Pass School District 7 strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the position, and we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Reasonable Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities

The Grants Pass School District No. 7 will provide reasonable accommodation for the application and interview process upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact the Director of Personnel at 474-5700 for additional information or assistance.

Speech/hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-735-2900.

Funding Information

Funding for all district positions for the 2026-2027 school year is subject to state funding.