METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICE·Portland, Oregon
Support classroom activities and manage student behavior during the EKT Summer Program. Collaborate with teachers and site managers to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for children.
Instructional Assistant in the EKT Summer Program Reports To: SUN Site Manager Location: West Powellhurst Elementary Dates: Prep/Training Date TBD Program Dates are August 10th-20th, Monday-Thursday 8:30am-1:30pm Position Overview: As an Educational Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting classroom activities, managing student behavior, and assisting teachers during the EKT Summer Program. This position involves creating a safe and engaging environment where children can learn and grow through various activities. Key Responsibilities: You will assist in the implementation of daily activities, providing support to students in both classroom and recreational settings. This includes helping to manage student behavior, ensuring a positive and inclusive atmosphere, and actively participating in program activities. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with teachers, the SUN Site Manager, and other staff members to address student needs and ensure program effectiveness. Your enthusiasm, patience, and ability to connect with children will be crucial to fostering a supportive learning environment.
We use creative and proactive problem solving to build and sustain dynamic community-based programs and quality services. We believe in the potential of families and individuals at all life stages and focus on prevention, wellness, and independence. We build strong relationships by collaborating with our funders, partners, and highly trained volunteers, always striving for an extensive commitment to diversity. Equity & Social Justice Values working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment Values and supports inclusion and program access for clients Supports agency goals for reducing disparity in outcomes for communities of color Adopts anti-racism approaches to services by understanding and acknowledging systemic and in Qualifications Experience in supporting a classroom setting Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion Demonstrate excitement in working with children. Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior management is a MUST Must be at least 18 years of age Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form) Spanish, Russian, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese speaking skills are a plus Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English) All employees must submit a criminal background check
Must be at least 18 years old with experience working with elementary-age children and strong behavior management skills. Requires legal authorization to work in the US and basic English proficiency.
Market context
In Oregon, EKT assistant roles are typically tied to early learning programs that need reliable support for classroom routines, family communication, and student supervision. This role can be competitive because it asks for a calm, collaborative presence with both teachers and parent educators, plus the ability to help incoming kindergarten students feel settled. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and be ready to give a specific example of supporting families or young children in a school setting.
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