Instructional Assistant Special Education II - Self-Contained - Part Time - Sousa Elementary School

Instructional Assistant Special Education II – Self-Contained – Part Time – Sousa Elementary School

Job : 5773873

Final date to receive applications: Aug 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Starting Date: Aug 06, 2026

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

Base Hourly: $19.89

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 ten‑year maximum

New Hire

Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary: 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 teacher of routine clerical tasks.

• Deliver, under teacher’s direction, classroom work, homework, and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring and guided practice
• Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of classroom resources
• Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed
• Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression
• Respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy
• Perform and provide support tasks in accordance with district procedures as required based on student need, including but not limited to:
  • Behavior management techniques where elopement behavior both on and off campus happens on a regular basis
  • District identified behavior management strategies (A.S.P.E.N.)
  • Physical interventions to remediate severe emotional and behavior dysregulation when the students presents as a danger to self or others
  • Transfers and/or lifts for non‑ambulatory students to assist them in the performance of their daily activities
  • Tube feeding
  • Diapering (may require use of Hoyer hydraulic lift)
  • Seizure intervention
  • Aerosol generating procedures
  • Assist students who need support in addressing personal care needs due to severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning, etc.) to ensure their functioning in a school environment
  • Accompany students as they transition across campus
  • Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate social peer interactions
  • Maintain classroom and student equipment to ensure a safe environment
  • Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior
  • Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
  • Participate in various meetings to share information and improve skill and knowledge
  • Regular and on‑time attendance required
  • Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
  • Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours at time of hire OR pass the Para Pro Test provided by the district free of charge
• Previous experience and record of effectiveness in similar roles

Skills &

Competencies:

• Models attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability and willingness to work with special education students who may require specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals
• Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in stressful situations
• Computer proficiency with basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to organize, prioritize and follow classroom guidelines as put forth by classroom teacher

Work…