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Educational Assistant, Bilingual - Buena Vista Spanish Immersion Elementary

This is a part-time .53125 FTE/4.25 hours per day position working on the CL-192 (192 days per school year) schedule.

In order to support students and families, the essential functions of this position may require physical presence in the workplace. All public health protocols will be followed.

Spanish language fluency is required. Multicultural experience strongly preferred.

  1. Performs duties of bilingual instructional assistance to the teacher as well as a variety of clerical tasks in support of and preparation for the educational process.
  2. The position facilitates the smooth operation of the educational program in one or more classes by attending to details which free the teacher to develop a comprehensive lesson schedule. Aids in preserving the unity of classroom advancement by tutoring students who have difficulty comprehending or who are in need of emphasis on specific aspects of the instructional program.

Special Qualifications:

Buena Vista Spanish Immersion School is a 90/10 descending language model. This is a bilingual (Spanish) position that will support small group instruction during Comprehensive Distance Learning. When we transition back to the building, this position will include, but is not limited to:
-Supervise lunchroom, classroom, hallways, and recess so that an orderly atmosphere is preserved; settle disputes among students and otherwise encourage well-mannered activity.
-Assist certified teachers in behavioral management and provide instructional support to students in the classroom.
-Perform other related work as required.

Essential Functions:
  1. Confer with teacher and assist in preparation of lessons appropriate to level of instruction; review coverage and comprehension of subject matter and administer tests.
  2. Tutor on a one-to-one basis as necessary; assign extra work for quick learners and assist in remediation and completion of assignments by slow-learning students.
  3. Monitor and supervise students engaged in activities initiated by the teacher. Record student and behavior.
  4. Translate standardized District 4J instructional materials from English to French, Spanish or another language.
  5. Compose and format homework assignments, charts, posters, memos, newsletters and other items as requested by the teacher.
  6. Prepare, disseminate, collect, process and store or redistribute instructional materials used in class.
  7. Prepare classroom materials using current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.) and production equipment (e.g., thermofax, punching and binding machine, laminator).
  8. Collect, sort and correct lessons and tests; record grades in ledger; redistribute as necessary; file classroom materials.
  9. Receive and respond to parental inquiries regarding student, program, school, teacher or classroom activities.
  10. Supervise lunchroom, classroom, hallways, and recess yards so that an orderly atmosphere is preserved; control aggressive behavior, settle disputes and otherwise manage student behavior and activity.
  11. Maintain an inventory of supplies for teachers and staff; complete purchase orders for additional materials and stock shelves with new supplies.
  12. Administer first aid to minor bumps, scrapes and bruises of students when minor accidents occur.
  13. Maintains regular and prompt attendance.
  14. Performs other related duties as assigned.


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  1. Ability to work with or lead students in group or individual activities.
  2. Instructional or behavioral management skills.
  3. Ability to use current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.)
  4. Ability to use or learn to use computers and word processing software.
  5. Ability to communicate beyond the level of instruction using a foreign language both orally and in writing.
  6. Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations.
  7. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations.


Minimum Qualifications:
To demonstrate Highly Qualified status under No Child Left Behind, you will be required to attach documentation to your application to show:
  • Completion of at least two years of post-secondary study consisting of 72 credit hours, 48 semester units (attach transcripts); OR
  • Obtaining an associates or higher degree (attach diploma); OR
  • Meeting a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrating, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (attach test scores).
  • Fluent speaking and reading ability in a foreign language.
  • Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

To view the complete job description visit: https://www.4j.lane.edu/hr/jobdescriptionsandclassif/classifieddescriptions/

Additional Information:
Complete application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions.

We do not accept walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the GovernmentJobs website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview. Candidates are interviewed by appointment only. If you apply to more than one job, an application is required for EACH job posting.

ALLrequired documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application.
Required documents for this posting are:
  • Highly Qualified (HQ) Documentation as per Minimum Qualifications above.
Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

The Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at (541) 790-7670.

It is the District's policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility:

Veterans : A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.

Disabled Veterans : A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted to the District at the time of application submission.

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