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Health Assistant/Educational AssistantGresham-Barlow School District • Gresham, OR, United States
Health Assistant / Educational Assistant

Health Assistant / Educational Assistant

Gresham-Barlow School District • Gresham, OR, United States
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Position Type :

Classified / Health Assistant

Date Posted : 1 / 14 / 2026

Location : Gresham High School

Application Deadline : In-District Bargaining Unit Members January 21, 2026 . If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.

Projected Start Date : Approximately February 15, 2026. Exact date to be determined by the district.

Range 10 (Health Assistant)

1.5 hours / day, 187 days / year

Salary Range 10 $22.29 to $30.54 / hour

Range 9(Educational Assistant)

2.5 hours / day, 187 days / year

Salary Range 9 $21.64 to $29.65 / hour

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

POSITION SUMMARY : The School Health Assistant assists school personnel with specific student health issues and performs clerical duties for the Health Room. This position handles sensitive and confidential issues, requiring excellent communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification

  • Experience Required : Prior job-related experience with increasing responsibility
  • Education Required : High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and / or Testing Required : Criminal Justice Fingerprint
  • Clearance; Current First Aid / CPR Certificates.

Knowledge of :

  • Rules and regulations related to assigned school
  • Statistical record keeping
  • Customer service principles, protocols, and methods
  • Skill in :

  • Operating medical equipment such as digital thermometers, nebulizers, glucometers, insulin pens / syringes, scales, inhalers, AEDs, and auto-injectors
  • Operating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, database, spreadsheet)
  • Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling, grammar and punctuation)
  • Understanding and carry out verbal and written instructions
  • Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team
  • Planning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision
  • Handling multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously
  • Developing effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community
  • Administering first aid
  • Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
  • ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Provides basic first aid and emergency care for illness or injury and refer emergency situations to district nurse, administration, parents, appropriate emergency medical personnel and appropriate support personnel
  • Monitor student health status during periods of short-term rest or recovery in the health room
  • Collects and maintains data and records on student health issues as required by the district, state, and federal regulations
  • Provides delegated health care tasks for students with chronic health problems
  • Where appropriate, administers medication to students following District and school protocols under the direction and training of the school nurse
  • Keeps accurate records of medication brought to the health room
  • Notify nurse and / or parents of medication-related updates or changes such as orders, treatments, practitioner orders, needed refills / pick-ups, expired medication, etc.
  • Assists other school personnel with health screenings
  • Prepare medications, supplies, and precautions, consult / communicate with teacher and assess need for staff training for field trips
  • Monitor students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, transportation, field trips) for the purpose of providing care as defined by student health plans and monitoring of student needs
  • Maintains and updates student health records
  • Maintains appropriate student records for student health histories
  • Collects immunization and tuberculosis data
  • Composes reports and documents for administrators and other school staff regarding student health issues
  • Manages health related referrals from other school staff members
  • Processes documents and materials for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties
  • Orders necessary supplies for the health room and other materials as requested
  • Communicate effectively with parents related to student health issues
  • Assist with physically transferring students from wheelchairs, mats, or other positioning equipment
  • OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Cross-trains in a variety of office functions and assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities within scope of pay range and job description
  • Assist in general office duties to include answering phones, directing calls, providing proper information, taking messages, preparing and distributing forms and correspondence and ordering supplies
  • Performs selected tasks from School Health Management Plan as delegated and supervised by the Registered Nurse
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Ability to :
  • o sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time

    o talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment

    o use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as

    keyboarding

    o reach for and handle objects

    o use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust

    focus

  • Focus on a computer screen
  • Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and / or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion
  • WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS :

  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and / or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.
  • Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting
  • Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information about students, staff, and parents
  • Exercising prudent judgment
  • Work independently in the performance of routine duties
  • Utilize the District's electronic systems and applications only as related to the position
  • Follow all District policies and work procedures, as well as federal and state regulations
  • Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position
  • If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and / or communicating orally in the second language may be requested
  • Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
  • POSITION SUMMARY : The "Instructional Assistant" provides educational supports through supervision and instruction of students under the direction of licensed staff. Assistance to the licensed teacher is achieved through the planning and implementation of assigned instructional programs for students who are not in categorical programs (e.g. special education, ELL) and completing routine clerical tasks.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education, Training, Experience, Licensure and Certification

  • Experience Required : Prior job-related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children.
  • Education Required : Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
  • Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and / or Testing Required : Criminal Justice Fingerprint
  • Clearance and First Aid / CPR card.
  • Knowledge of and Skill in :

  • Knowledge of principles of child development and instructional practices
  • Operating standard office equipment as well as computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing)
  • Skills to perform basic clerical functions and basic arithmetic calculations
  • Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (e.g. correct spelling,
  • grammar and punctuation)
  • Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and policies
  • Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions
  • Rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations
  • Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team
  • Planning, prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision
  • Handling multiple projects, and tasks to meet deadlines
  • Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
  • ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Works under the guidance and direction of the licensed teacher with access to assistance and consultation and regular monitoring
  • Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, supporting curriculum, student
  • interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of student in the school
  • setting
  • Provides instructional support and tutoring to students in large groups, small groups, and one-onone situations
  • Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions(e.g., scheduling, copying to support teachers in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
  • Confer with teacher(s) to provide feedback on student performance in their areas of instructional responsibilities.
  • Help support students in developing positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults
  • Promote safety of the students through the application of the district's student management and safety guidelines
  • Monitors individual students, classroom and / or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
  • Recognize an escalating / emergency situation, call for help, and defuse / assist with the situation until help arrives
  • Evaluates situations to take appropriate action and / or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution
  • OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Cross-trains in a variety of school functions and assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work
  • Maintains classroom equipment, materials, and students' files, records, etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items as may be required
  • Administers first aid and medical assistance for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, and / or injured children
  • Confers, under the supervision of the teacher, with teachers, parents, and / or appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and / or implementing of students' objectives
  • Participates in various meetings to share information and / or improving skills and / knowledge
  • Assists with the transportation needs of students, including supervision of students to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, and arranging for the transportation needs of students
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor within the scope of the job
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Ability to :
  • o sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time

    o talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment

    o use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as

  • keyboarding;
  • o reach for and handle objects

    o use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

  • Focus on a computer screen
  • Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and / or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasion.
  • WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence site and / or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.
  • Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to staff, students and parents
  • Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting
  • Exercising prudent judgment
  • Work independently in the performance of routine duties
  • Follow all District policies and work procedures
  • Utilize the District's electronic systems and applications only as related to the position
  • Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position
  • If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and / or communicating orally in the second language may be requested
  • Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
  • Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee. This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education.
  • Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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