Educational Assistant - Special Education Resource Room – Sandstone Middle School

Hermiston School District

The Hermiston School District is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant for Sandstone Middle School. The successful candidate will assist students in various classrooms under the supervision of the assigned teacher. Classroom assignments may include ELL, Kindergarten, Special Education, and/or Title I Reading.

Qualifications Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet NCLB educational requirements by possessing a minimum of an Associate's Degree or 72 college credit hours. Alternatively, passage of the ParaPro Assessment or the Work Keys Assessment test meets the educational requirement. The ParaPro/Work Keys exam is administered by the District as needed.
• Demonstrated standards of moral character and behavior as required of teachers.
• Previous experience working with students is desired.
• The ParaPro/Work Keys exam study guide is available on our website: Study Guide

About the District:

The Hermiston School District, the largest district in eastern Oregon, serves over 5,300 students in grades K-12. The district includes a 9-12 senior high school, two 6-8 middle schools, and six K-5 elementary schools.

In 2019, the district approved an $82.7 million building project, including new facilities and renovations. The district also received a $69.9 million bond in 2008.

The district employs over 630 full-time staff, including approximately 390 teachers and over 260 classified, support, and supervisory personnel. Hermiston is a community that embraces its diversity, with nearly half of the population being Hispanic.

About the Community:

Hermiston, with a population of almost 20,000, is located at the crossroads of the Pacific Northwest, near I-84 and I-82. The city offers a range of recreational opportunities including sports facilities, parks, and access to the Columbia River and Blue Mountains. The area is ideal for fishing, boating, and various outdoor activities.

Salary and Benefits:

• • Hourly Rate: $16.04 - $22.57, based on relevant experience.
  • Working Notification Year: 192 days (school year), including 5 paid holidays.
  • Benefits: Generous insurance coverage (medical, RX, dental, vision) and district-paid retirement through the Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS).

Application Procedures:

Apply online through Recruit & Hire at Hermiston Recruit & Hire.

Please submit:

• On-line application form
• Cover Letter
• Professional Resume
• Letters of Recommendation (optional)

Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application is complete. Only complete applications will be considered.