Health Assistant / Educational Assistant

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 :

Skill in :

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

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

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS :

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

Knowledge of and Skill in :

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

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

o reach for and handle objects

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

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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