Lower School Educational Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Portland, Oregon, United States Schnitzer Family Campus - Mittleman Jewish Community Center & Portland Jewish Academy Full time
Job Overview

Position Title: Lower School Educational Support Specialist

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support

SALARY: $31,000-$33,000 annual salary (approximately $23-$25.46/hr)

SCHEDULE: Monday - Thursday 8am - 3:45pm; Friday 8am - 2:45pm; School year schedule from late August through mid-June

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt Salaried

ABOUT SCHNITZER FAMILY CAMPUS: At Schnitzer Family Campus, we are dedicated to fostering an enriching educational atmosphere that values the holistic development of each child. Our mission emphasizes Jewish engagement, respect, and a commitment to social responsibility. We strive to cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where every individual feels a true sense of belonging.

We are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of our community. Our approach includes recognizing and addressing both overt and subtle biases. We actively engage in practices that promote social justice and inclusivity, ensuring that our educational programs reflect our core values. Continuous professional development is a priority as we align our practices with our mission.

BENEFITS: As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage (fully or partially employer-paid depending on the selected plan), optional dental insurance, long-term disability plans, and a 401k plan. Additional perks include a free family membership to the MJCC and tuition discounts for employees' children. This position follows a school year schedule with breaks during December and spring.

ROLE SUMMARY: The Lower School Educational Support Specialist assists the classroom teacher in developing and executing an effective educational program. Responsibilities include providing classroom support and performing clerical tasks aligned with the established lesson plans. The Specialist may work with students in both small and large group settings and supervise them in various school-related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; AND
  • Minimum of one year of relevant experience in a K-5 educational setting as an Instructional Assistant or in a comparable role.
  • Familiarity with behavior management techniques, classroom management strategies, and group supervision skills.
  • Ability to successfully pass a background check.
  • Capacity to work in dynamic environments that may be noisy and frequently interrupted.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods, including in varying weather conditions.
  • Capability to ensure student safety, which may involve walking, running, reaching, bending, stooping, and lifting or carrying heavy items.
  • Proficiency in using personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Schnitzer Family Campus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals for all positions. Employment decisions are based on individual skills and qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of the position. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities, provided they do not impose undue hardship.



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