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Position: Instructional Aide / BEA-I
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Springfield, OR
Degree Requirement: Associate’s
Salary Range: $34,944.00 – $38,572.00 per year DOE
Are you a compassionate and motivated individual who thrives in educational settings and enjoys making a difference in children’s lives? Riverview Center for Growth is actively hiring an Instructional Aide / Behavior & Educational Assistant (BEA-I) to support students academically and behaviorally in classroom environments.
We’re committed to helping every child reach their fullest potential — academically, emotionally, and socially. As part of our team, you’ll play a crucial role in this mission, supported by a collaborative team and access to tools and resources that empower your success.
- Assist classroom teachers with academic instruction, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA) and math
- Help implement individualized behavior support plans in collaboration with educational staff
- Lead small group activities and provide one-on-one academic support
- Substitute for the teacher when needed during short-term absences
- Supervise and support students during lunch, recess, and other school activities
- Foster a safe, organized, and supportive classroom environment
- Maintain records, assist with student materials, and communicate regularly with the classroom teacher
- Step in for behavior interventions, provide breaks, and engage in check-ins with students as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or the equivalent
- Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an Associate’s (or higher) degree; or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate through a formal state, or local academic assessment or para-educator certificate program demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing: Reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Work is performed in various settings including office, classroom, therapy rooms, playground, community, homes etc. Some standing, bending, walking, running, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to physically restrain children up to age 13.
- This position requires travel to meet the needs of clients; Driving personal vehicles will be required.
- Riverview Center for Growth provides reasonable job-related accommodations.
At Riverview Center for Growth, we believe in the power of connection, creativity, and teamwork. Our Instructional Aides are vital to the classroom community—bridging educational and behavioral support to help students succeed both academically and socially.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply today and begin your impactful career as an Instructional Aide / BEA-I with Riverview Center for Growth!
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