FWS - Instructional Assistant - Forest Grove Community School (CSWS)

This position is only open to current Pacific University Students

Location: Off Campus at Forest Grove Community School (1914 Pacific Avenue, Forest Grove)

Wage: $16.80/hr

Length of employment: 2026-27 academic year

Purpose of Position: We are a small charter school that serves students in grades 1 through 8. We have a unique educational program that emphasizes experiential education and supports the development of scholarship, stewardship and citizenship skills in our students.

Work study students who work with us gain a host of important skills needed for working with children in any setting but especially in schools

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide general classroom support for teachers. We serve students in grades 1 through 8. This position may work with any of these grades.

• Assist teacher(s) in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing, and/or grouping materials supporting instructional activities planned by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Assist teachers and other staff in maintaining a clean and orderly environment for students.
• Check objective tests and mark errors but not assign a score.
• Lead small group activities/lessons, following appropriate training.

Hours are flexible but must be during school hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30-3:10)

Competencies to Practice:

• Career Management
• Oral & Written Communication
• Teamwork & Leadership
• Engaging Diversity
• Supervisor / Recruiter: Contact Pacific Opportunity Hub (workandservice@pacificu.edu) to be connected with on-site supervisor

Required:

• Ability to work well with children
• Patience, flexibility, reliability
• Clear communication and active listening skills

Desired:

• Understanding of educational practices and child development