ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - 2026-27 Houck MS.

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

Job summary

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

The role requires awareness of ESSA requirements for Title I paraprofessionals and may involve interviews; transcripts or test results may be attached to the application to verify ESSA proficiency.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional working in Title I funded schools must meet proficiency in reading, writing, and math.
• Support planning and implementation of educational programs including IEPs.
• Transcripts or test results may be required to verify ESSA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist a licensed teacher in planning and implementing instructional activities.
• Support students in general and special education settings.
• Document student progress and participate in ESSA related processes.

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.

Job Details

• Type: Classified
• Hours per day: 6.50
• Number of days per year: 188
• Status: Temporary w/ Benefits
• Hourly Range: $24.03 - $30.65
• ESSA Documentation Required: Yes
• Application Procedure: Apply online

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.