ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - McKay HS.

Salem Keizer Public School District; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools is seeking an ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant at McKay HS. The role supports a licensed teacher in planning and implementing an educational program, including IEPs, in general and special education settings.

This is a temporary, classified position, 7.50 hours per day, 179 days per year, with hourly pay $24.03–$30.65. ESSA documentation is required. Interviews may be conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video.

Qualifications

• Assist licensed teacher in planning and implementing instructional programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed teacher in planning and implementing instructional programs.
• Support development and progress of IEP goals.
• Provide classroom support in general and special education settings.

Skills

Paraprofessional support

Job description

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ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - McKay HS. JobID: 14870

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: 7.50
Number of days per year:179
Status: Temporary
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.
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 Schoolsdoes 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.

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 1:05:00 PM CST.

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