ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant​/Graduation Coach Stephens

ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant/Graduation Coach, 2026-27 School Year - Stephens

Position Type:

Classified
- School-Based

Date Posted:

6/11/2026

Location:

STEPHENS MIDDLE SCHOOL (123)

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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.

for full job description:
Graduation Coach

PURPOSE

To support student achievement by coordinating parent involvement, family support activities, and community outreach programs for at-risk students. Assist in the planning and implementation of programs. Monitor, communicate, and evaluate activities and services for parents, school staff, and community partners.

Graduation Coaches will act as case managers for at-risk students. Providing support or directing students to an appropriate community or school resource for the purpose of keeping the student in the learning program they are enrolled in.

Type:
Classified

Hours per day: 8 total

SPIA: 2 hours, 188 days per year, Temporary September 3, 2026 - June 17, 2027, Hourly Range: $23.15 - $29.53 (Salary is based on the 2025-26 schedule and is subject to change)

GC: 6 hours, 208 days per year, Temporary August 20, 2026 - June 25, 2027, Hourly Range: $25.47 - $32.46 (Salary is based on the 2025-26 schedule and is subject to change)

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.