Spec Ed. Para Pro​/Instructional Assistant

Reg/Spec Ed. Para-Pro/Instructional Assistant – $16.00–$19.30 per hour. Traditional school year position. Must have two (2) year degree or higher or 60 college credit hours or a passing score on the specialized test (Para-pro, Work Keys, etc.). Computer knowledge preferred but not required. Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently. Ability to assist teacher in oral assessment of home language level.

Directs individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Coordinates with the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities. Supervises independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.

Evaluates notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work, as assigned by the teacher. Directs large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and other language enrichment activities. Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.

• Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.
• Directs individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Coordinates with the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities.
• Supervises independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.
• Evaluates notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work, as assigned by the teacher.
• Directs large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and other language enrichment activities.
• Provides information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Orients the regular teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Maintains cooperative relations with others.
• Has experience with special needs students.
• Experience with reading and following IEPs.
• Assists with daily living skills.
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Computer knowledge preferred but not required.
• Ability to assist teacher in oral assessment of Home Language level.

• Two (2) year degree or actively pursuing post-secondary education.
• Preferred ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently.

• Basic activities pertaining to the daily functions of the appropriate school.
• Skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Work as a team and prioritize from a variety of tasks.
• Adapt to daily changes.
• Promote a harmonious working environment.

• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail
• Flexibility

Wilson School District offers a range of benefits, including a no-cost employee district-paid Alliance Value health plan, Delta Dental plan, prescription drug plan, voluntary vision insurance, no-cost employee life insurance and accidental and death policy for $50,000, additional voluntary life insurance policy at a reduced cost, 403B and 457C tax shelter annuities plan, voluntary short‑term disability, FLEX spending account for medical expenses and/or dependent care, and enrollment into the Arizona State Retirement System.

Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. WSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. The employee must use hands, arms, and fingers to input data, handle, feel, or reach; may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus, close, distance, color, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The noise level is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast‑paced and may occasionally be stressful.