SPED Instructional Assistant​/Special Needs - Quail Run ES

2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Special Needs - Quail Run ES

Paradise Valley USD 69 Quail Run ES - Phoenix, Arizona

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
May 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

Position Type: 6.5 hrs/day

Job Categories:
Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Dates: 08/03/2026 - 05/27/2027

Grade 16, $16.99/hour

Benefits: ASRS, Paid Sick/Personal Time, Medical and optional Dental/Vision

The job of Instructional Assistant – Special Education is to provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom, a self‑contained classroom and/or with an individual student; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non‑classroom time; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under teacher direction to support and reinforce classroom objectives.
• Administer tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. to support teachers.
• Assist medically fragile, physically disabled, or developmentally delayed students with personal hygiene and immediate health needs.
• Attend meetings and in‑service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures) to acquire or convey information relevant to job functions.
• Communicate with supervising staff, support personnel, and parents to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
• Escort students to bathrooms, offices, classrooms to ensure efficient and safe arrival.
• Implement behavioral plans under teacher supervision to reinforce learning concepts.
• Intervene in conflicts using appropriate physical or therapeutic approaches to diffuse confrontations.
• Document instructional materials and files to ensure availability and meet mandated requirements.
• Model conversation, manners, clean‑up activities, listening, job skills, and everyday interactions to demonstrate appropriate social behavior.
• Monitor student schedules and behavior plans during assigned periods across various environments.
• Perform clerical functions (copying, filing, data entry) to support the instructional program.
• Provide instruction on individual and group activities under teacher guidance to reinforce objectives and implement IEP plans.
• Remain with students at all times to ensure safety, remove when necessary, and de‑escalate situations.
• Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.

Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure effective functioning of the work unit.

• Skills:
  
  adherence to safety practices; use of standard office equipment and software; maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge: basic math (fractions, percents, ratios); read manuals; write documents; present information; understand instructional procedures, child development, and safety practices.
• Abilities: schedule activities; gather and collate data; operate equipment; work with diverse individuals; problem‑solve; maintain confidentiality; work as part of a team.
• Experience:
  
  Job‑related experience desired.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED.
• Certification: CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate.
• Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  QBS Certificate; maintain certificates and licenses.
• Clearances:
  Criminal background check;
  Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (forms available /services/public/fingerprint).

• Human Resources, 15002 N 32nd Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85032
• Phone: 602‑449‑2000
• Email:

Paradise Valley Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. For inquiries about compliance with Title VI, Section 504, ADA, or GINA, contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.