Our Organization: Tucker Maxon School is a small, private, nonprofit school founded in 1947 by parents of children who were deaf. These families wanted their deaf children to learn to listen and talk like the rest of their family. After much investigation and observation around the country, they started the first classes in one of the family’s living rooms. Things have changed a great deal since that time, in location, technology, and education. What has not changed are the core components behind everything we do: Creativity – Confidence – Conversation – Community. The following job description reflects these core principles along with best practices for the role.
Roles & Responsibilities
Instructional Support
Primary:
• Assist the Lead Preschool Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom experiences.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain curriculum materials and learning centers.
• Support small group activities and learning experiences under teacher guidance.
• Provide individualized and small group support based on student needs.
• Support foundational learning in early literacy, math, science, social studies, communication, and problem-solving.
Secondary:
• Participate in planning conversations and contribute ideas for activities, materials, and student engagement.
• Observe student development and share relevant information with classroom teachers.
• Encourage curiosity, independence, creativity, and confidence in young learners.
Classroom & Student Support
Primary:
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including transitions, recess, outdoor play, specials, meals, rest time, and classroom activities.
• Reinforce classroom routines, expectations, and positive behavior strategies.
• Support children’s social-emotional development, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
Secondary:
• Assist students with toileting, hygiene, and self-help skills while encouraging independence and dignity.
• Support snack and lunch routines.
• Participate in Morning Care and After School Explorers Care programming as assigned.
Classroom Environment & Organization
Primary:
• Prepare and maintain classroom materials, supplies, and learning spaces.
• Set up and reset classroom activities, centers, and work areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Clean and sanitize toys, materials, and high-touch surfaces.
• Restock classroom supplies and maintain shared storage areas.
• Promote healthy habits, including handwashing and personal care routines.
Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities
Primary:
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, classroom staff, specialists, and school leadership.
• Support Tucker Maxon’s mission, values, and commitment to Creativity, Confidence, Conversation, and Community.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and school events.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with students, families, and colleagues.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism regarding student information.
• Engage in reflective practice and seek opportunities for professional growth.
• Demonstrate flexibility and support other classrooms or programs when needed.
• Take initiative and contribute as a proactive member of the Tucker Maxon community.
Secondary:
• Other duties as assigned.
Compensation
Title Minimum Quartile 2 Midpoint Quartile 3 Max
Educational Assistant $30,000 $35,000 $40,000 $45,000 $50,000
Qualifications
Required
• At least one year of experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Enrollment in the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) Central Background Registry.
• Prior coursework or training in early childhood development.
• Completion of required DELC pre-service training.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Oregon Food Handler’s Card, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Complete a minimum of 15 CEUs each school year to stay in compliance with licensing.
• Commitment to reaching ORO Step 7.5 by the end of the second year of employment.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to actively work with young children for 6–8 hours daily.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to sit on the floor, stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the classroom environment.
• Ability to climb stairs in emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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