Instructional Assistant Special Education - Resource - Part Time - Smith Junior High School

Instructional Assistant Special Education I
- Resource
- Part Time
- Smith Junior High School

Job : 5788257

Final date to receive applications: Jul 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

To assist, under direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing Individual Education Plans; assist students in performing academic, daily living, and health care activities; relieve teachers of routine clerical tasks.

• Deliver classroom work/homework and reinforce objectives under teacher’s direction.
• Assist in development and maintenance of instructional materials.
• Collect data on academic and behavior goals as instructed.
• Implement positive behavior intervention plans with certified personnel.
• Respond to problem behaviors per student’s plan and district policy.
• Transfer and/or lift non‑ambulatory students to aid daily activities.
• Assist students with personal hygiene and daily living skills.
• Support students with severe medical conditions or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning).
• Accompany students across campus.
• Monitor individual or small groups in classroom/playground to maintain a safe, positive learning environment and facilitate peer interactions.
• Maintain classroom equipment and ensure safety.
• Model professional, safe, responsible, respectful behavior.
• Perform clerical tasks supporting the teacher (copies, materials, billing).
• Participate in meetings to share information and improve skills.
• Ensure regular, on‑time attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Assist other personnel as required.

• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours (or pass the Para Pro Test provided by the district).

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children.

• Demonstrates attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Commitment to the MPS Promise for all students.
• Ability and willingness to work with special education students requiring specialized instruction.
• Effective communication with students, staff, parents.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations.
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Operation of standard office equipment.
• Organize and prioritize; follow classroom guidelines.

• Works closely with special education teachers, general education staff, therapists, and administrators.
• May be in resource rooms, inclusion settings, or self‑contained classrooms.
• Supports students with disabilities, including intellectual, developmental, emotional, or physical.
• Daily duties vary based on student needs, schedules, behavior, and support plans.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and kneel frequently.
• May lift or assist students with physical disabilities (25–50 lbs, sometimes more).

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination.

The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Employment Type: Part‑time (29 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $16.56

Class/Calendar: A11, 9.25 months

Benefits: None

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire

Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten‑year maximum.

New Hire

Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an Associate’s or higher degree if not required for the position.

Position Type: Part‑time

Salary: $16.56 per hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Katie Lowe, Principal's Secretary
• Smith Junior High
• Email: kllowe