ESSA - Instructional Assistant - 2026-27 McKay

Salem-Keizer Public Schools; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary with Benefits

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools is seeking an ESSA - Instructional Assistant for the 2026-27 school year. This classified position supports licensed teachers by helping implement lesson plans and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Workdays are 188 per year with 8 hours per day, temporary with benefits. The role includes general clerical duties and adherence to ESSA testing and reporting requirements as outlined by the district.

Qualifications

• To assist licensed teachers in planning and implementing an educational program; assist in providing a safe, healthy environment for students; and perform a variety of general clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing instructional activities under a licensed teacher; support classroom management and student engagement; perform general clerical duties as needed.

Job description

ESSA - Instructional Assistant - 2026-27 McKay JobID: 14854

PURPOSE

To improve student achievement by assisting a licensed teacher in the planning and implementation of an educational program for students to perform instructional activities in support of the prescribed lesson plan; assisting in providing a safe, healthy environment for students; and performing a variety of general clerical duties.

Details

• Type: Classified
• Hours per day: 8
• Number of days per year: 188
• Status: Temporary w/ Benefits
• Hourly Range: $20.72 - $26.56
• ESSA Documentation Required: Yes

ESSA Information

What is ESSA? The federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) works to support equal opportunity for disadvantaged students and eliminate barriers to student success. ESSA requires all paraprofessionals working in a Title I funded school to meet certain proficiency in reading, writing and math.

If you meet any of the below ESSA requirements, you must register this information with the district by attaching transcripts and/or test results to your job application. These materials will be reviewed to verify that the requirements are met. Please follow this link for more information regarding ESSA and placement testing sites: Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - Salem-Keizer Public Schools

All Applicants, please note: If selected, you will be asked to participate in an interview process. Interviews are conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video. Please note interviews are a required part of the hiring process, non-compliance with the interview eliminates your eligibility for the position.

Salem-Keizer Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veterans' status, or other categories protected by ORS Chapter 659A.