About this opportunity
South Coast Education Service District lists this Substitute Instructional Assistant Early Childhood opportunity in coos bay, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Substitute Classified/Substitute Instructional Assistant Early Childhood
Date Posted:
8/14/2026
Location:
South Coast Education Service District Curry
Starting Date: On-call basis
Salary: $18.96/hour
Position Purpose:
The Instructional Assistant for Early Childhood Special Education works under the supervision of a licensed specialist to provide support and instruction to children from birth to five with special needs. This role is crucial in implementing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment, and fostering the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of young children with disabilities.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent is required
2. Experience working with children, preferably those with disabilities in an early childhood setting.
3. Valid Oregon driver's license, automobile, and hold appropriate insurance
5. Must be able to pass Criminal History Record verification
Reports To: Teacher, Specialist
Major Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
1.Work collaboratively with the specialist, therapists (e.g., speech, occupational, physical), program administrator, and other staff. Communicate effectively with team members and parents, while maintaining strict confidentiality regarding student and family information.
2. Carries out instructional and behavioral programs as directed by teacher.
3. Assists in instruction of hygiene and toileting skills.
4. Provides personal care of students with severe physical disabilities.
5. Assists in lifting students who are physically disabled.
6. Stimulates language through receptive and expressive language programs, total communication, and augmented communication.
7. Carries out teacher's plans for instruction during individual and small group activities.
Terms of Employment: On-call
Location: SCESD Coos and Curry
Classification: Instructional
SOUTH COAST ESD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
South Coast ESD is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal and state statutes which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, handicap or marital status.
Worksite address
coos bay, OR, 97420, US
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