Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide; ABLE

Para educator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE)

Chandler USD 80 Perry High School – Gilbert, Arizona

Provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individualized education plan (IEP); and provide support to students with moderate to severe cognitive and/or physical needs in a specialized classroom.

• Classification: SUPPORT HOURLY
• Job Title:
  
  Classroom Instructional Health Aide Moderate to Severe Disabilities (ABLE)
• Calendar: 1802PT or 1902PT (9 MONTH)
• Salary:
  Grade 109 (Support Hourly)
• Hours per Day: 6.5

• High school diploma or equivalent plus an Associate's Degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an AZ state‑approved competency exam
• CPR/First Aid (certification provided)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Meet the physical demands as described below

• Instruct, within proximity to the teacher, individual students or small groups of students to reinforce material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
• Translate, when required, (both oral and written) for parents, students, staff, and others
• Assist students requiring support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning, tube feeding, and emergency rescue medication, etc.) for the purpose of allowing students to function in a school environment
• Implement, under direction, behavioral plans developed by a team consisting of parent and school personnel for the purpose of assisting students in modifying behaviors that conflict with a positive academic and social environment
• Assist students with various physical, emotional, and academic needs, adhering to the guidelines of the student's I.E.P
• Assist with emergency rescue medications if necessary
• Assist in the provision of services in a small group or one‑on‑one
• Administer immediate basic first aid and medical assistance for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured students
• Assist with assessments and data collection under the supervision of the certified teacher
• Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, lunch periods, and field trips
• Alert the teacher to any problem or special information about a student
• Participate in meetings and in‑service training as required for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving knowledge and skills beneficial to assisting in the classroom
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed
• Be flexible and perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor
• Accept responsibility for students’ well‑being and safety while they are in the employee’s care
• Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation
• Assist in maintaining a quiet and orderly classroom environment
• Follow district policies as outlined
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisors

• Mobility and Movement:
  Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit. The role involves repetitive finger and manual dexterity.
• Sensory and Communication:
  Requires the ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction) to perform essential job functions.
• Physical Exertion:
  • Occasionally:
    Lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequently:
    Lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Constantly:
    Lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Work Environment:
  Employees may be exposed to various environmental factors such as odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, blood borne pathogens, and loud noises.
• General:
  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• PTO, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance, wellness, professional growth credit

• Up to $600 available annually

• Starting hourly rate will be determined based on experience in a full time, paid job with like duties held in the previous 10 years. 1% per year starting in year 2, not to exceed the max hiring range of 5%

• Associate’s degree or higher in a like field may be considered for a 1% increase, combined with experience not to exceed 5% in addition to starting hourly rate for position.

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the school/department.

Updated 9/2/25