ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Harritt Elem.

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.

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.

For more information, see: Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) - Salem-Keizer Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed teacher in planning and implementing educational programs.
• Support implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Work in both general and special education settings.

Requirements

• ESSA documentation required – provide