ESSA- Special Programs Instructional Assistant, 2026-27 - Alt Ed.

Salem-Keizer Public Schools; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 49,788,000 - 63,505,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools in Salem, Oregon seeks an Special Programs Instructional Assistant - ESSA to support a licensed teacher in planning and implementing educational programs, including IEPs, in general and special education settings.

The role is a temporary position with benefits, working 8 hours per day for 188 days per year, with an hourly range of $24.03–$30.65. ESSA documentation is required for eligibility and transcripts or test results may be requested during the process.

Qualifications

• ESSA requires proficiency in reading, writing and math.

Skills

Reading proficiency

Writing proficiency

Math proficiency

Job description

Special Programs Instructional Assistant - ESSA

PURPOSE

To improve student achievement by assisting a licensed teacher in the planning and implementation of an educational program, including individualized education programs (IEPs). Assigned educational programs may include both general and special education settings.

Type: Classified

Hours per day: 8

Number of days per year: 188

Status: Temporary w/ Benefits

Hourly Range: $24.03 - $30.65

ESSA Documentation Required: Yes

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.

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.