Job detail
Substitute Preschool Instructional Assistant - Head Start
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
PART_TIME
Posted 3/20/2026
Location
Salem, Oregon
Salary
$21 - $23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The instructional assistant supports children with behavioral, health, or disability-Related challenges by implementing individualized support plans and fostering inclusion. They also collaborate with the teaching team to document progress, manage behavioral incidents, and maintain ongoing communication with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or ged and a minimum of one year of experience working with young children. Additional requirements include a valid driver's license, cpr/First aid certification, and successful registration with the central background registry.
high schoolprofessional certificateDocumentationCollaborationCPRBehavioral supportFirst aidData collectionChild developmentClassroom managementInclusion practicesDe-escalation strategies