What qualifications do paraprofessionals need?

A high school diploma covers many roles. Campuses that receive Title I funds also require two years of college, an associate degree or higher, or a passing score on a state or local paraprofessional assessment. In Texas, aides usually hold an Educational Aide certificate, issued through the hiring district.

Is a paraprofessional the same as a teacher aide?

Mostly. Districts use paraprofessional, teacher aide, instructional aide and instructional assistant for similar classroom support roles. This page includes all of them.

Open a role and apply on the district’s own application. Many districts hire aides year-round, with the most openings before each semester.

Paraprofessional and teacher aide jobs in Oregon

17 open paraprofessional and aide roles, updated every day. Classroom aide, instructional assistant and special education paraprofessional roles at school districts and charter schools. Work alongside a teacher, often with small groups or individual students.

17open roles

+9this week

$24.03/hrmedian listed

Newest paraprofessional & teacher aide openings

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Temporary Instructional Assistant - 5 Hours - David Douglas High SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40David Douglas High School · Portland, OR · 23h
ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Bilingual - Highland Elem.Salem-Keizer SD 24jHighland Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 23h
ESSA- Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Hoover Elem.Salem-Keizer SD 24jHoover Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 1d
Instructional Assistant - 6 Hours - West Powellhurst Elementary SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40West Powellhurst Elementary School · Portland, OR · 1d
Supported Learning Classroom - Instructional Assistant - 7 Hours - David Douglas High SchoolDavid Douglas SD 40David Douglas High School · Portland, OR · 1d
ESSA- Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Miller Elem.Salem-Keizer SD 24jMiller Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 2d
ESSA - Instructional Assistant - Weddle ElemSalem-Keizer SD 24jWeddle Elementary School · Salem, OR · $20.72–$26.56/hr · 2d
ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Lee Elem.Salem-Keizer SD 24jLee Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 2d
ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - Weddle Elem.Salem-Keizer SD 24jWeddle Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 3d
Special Programs Instructional Assistant - McNary HSSalem-Keizer SD 24jMcnary High School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 1w
ESSA - Special Programs Instructional Assistant - ScottSalem-Keizer SD 24jScott Elementary School · Salem, OR · $24.03–$30.65/hr · 1w
PARAEDUCATOR 1 (Probationary) & CROSSING GUARD (Temporary) | 6.50 Hrs | Springville ElementaryBeaverton SD 48jSpringville Elementary School · PORTLAND, OR · 1w

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School districts17
Charter schools0
Full-time5
Temporary1

Pay is set by each employer; the median is from roles that list an hourly rate.

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How to start

The usual path. Each employer sets its own requirements.

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Check the bar
A high school diploma covers many roles. Title I campuses also ask for two years of college, an associate degree, or a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment.
2
Apply to a district
Pick a role below and apply on the district’s own application.
3
Background check and certificate
Districts run a background check. In Texas, most aides also hold an Educational Aide certificate, which the hiring district helps you apply for.
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Start on a campus
You are placed in a classroom or program, often special education, bilingual or early grades.

About paraprofessional & teacher aide jobs in Oregon

What qualifications do paraprofessionals need?: A high school diploma covers many roles. Campuses that receive Title I funds also require two years of college, an associate degree or higher, or a passing score on a state or local paraprofessional assessment. In Texas, aides usually hold an Educational Aide certificate, issued through the hiring district.
Is a paraprofessional the same as a teacher aide?: Mostly. Districts use paraprofessional, teacher aide, instructional aide and instructional assistant for similar classroom support roles. This page includes all of them.
How do I apply?: Open a role and apply on the district’s own application. Many districts hire aides year-round, with the most openings before each semester.