ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant, 2026-27 School Year - McKay

About the role

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.

Start Date: 9/3/2026 through November 23, 2026

Type: Classified

Hours per day: 7.50

Number of days per year: 188

Status: Temporary

Hourly Range: $23.15 - $29.53

Salary Range is based on 2025-26 schedule and is subject to change

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and implementation of an educational program, including individualized education programs (IEPs).

Support students in both general and special education settings.

Work closely with licensed teachers to ensure effective educational delivery.

Requirements

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.

Please follow this link for more information regarding ESSA and placement testing sites

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Qualifications

All applicants must meet the following ESSA requirements:

• Register ESSA documentation with the district by attaching transcripts and/or test results to your job application.
• Pass an ESSA proficiency test in reading, writing, and math.

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.