SY Instructional Assistant Student

26/27 SY Instructional Assistant Student Specific

Pendergast Elementary School District Canyon Breeze School - Avondale, Arizona

• Job : 5735271
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant Student Specific

EXEMPT: No

GRADE: 108

LOCATION: Canyon Breeze

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 9-Month

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUMMARY: The job of Instructional Assistant Student Specific is done for the purpose(s) of assisting (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students; relieving teachers of clerical tasks; assisting students by providing and developing students’ adaptive and behavioral skills.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 60 College Credit Hours or AA Degree or proof of successfully passing a State-approved Para-professional assessment
• Social Security Card
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles
• Valid picture
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

• Job-related experience

• Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing a method to support and/or reinforce classroom objectives
• Administers evaluations for the purpose of assisting the teacher in evaluating students’ progress and/or recognizing the individual needs of the student
• Administers first-aid and assistance to medically fragile and/or injured students, under supervision (e.g. tube feeding to students, toileting, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill children as assigned
• Assists teachers and parents for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and/or developing students’ adaptive and behavioral skills
• Confers with teachers, parents and/or appropriate personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing students’ objectives
• Implements behavioral plans for the purpose of meeting students’ social and daily living skills as needed
• Implements instructional programs and lesson plans under the supervision of the teacher for the purpose of assisting the teacher and student academically
• Maintains students’ files/records as pertains to special education files/records for the purpose of ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment
• Monitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, etc., for the purpose of supporting the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
• Processes cash receipts for field trip activities for the purpose of ensuring the receipt of funds for special events
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Participates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one’s skills/knowledge
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: various specific skills.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals; write documents following prescribed formats; and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step oral and written instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; basic first-aid and health care.

Ability is required to schedule activities; meetings and/or events; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work…