Instructional Assistant​/SPED Special Needs EDP HQ - Desert Cove ES

2026-27 Instructional Assistant/SPED Special Needs EDP HQ - Desert Cove ES

Job : 5577972

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Position Type: 6.5 hrs/day

Location: Desert Cove Elementary School, Phoenix, Arizona

Duration: 9 months, 6.5 hours per day (Multiple positions)

Grade: 17

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Non-Interim Position

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

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

• HS Diploma or GED and one of the following
• 60 postsecondary hours of college coursework; or
• AA degree; or
• Passing of Para Pro Assessment
• • ETS Parapro Assessment ( https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). )
  • ACT Workkeys ( http:// )
  • The Master Teacher Para Educator (  )

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, 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.

This job reports to Teacher and/or Site Administrator.

Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.

Administers tests, homework, make‑up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.

Assists medically fragile, physically disabled, or developmentally delayed students (e.g., lifting, feeding, toilet training, diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal hygiene and immediate healthcare needs.

Attends meetings and in‑service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.

Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.

Escorts students (e.g., bathroom, office classroom, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from destination.

Implements under the supervision of assigned teachers, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

Intervenes in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and/or therapeutic approaches for the purpose of diffusing confrontations and minimizing disruptions.

Documents instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

Models conversation, manners, clean‑up activities, listening, job skills, and everyday interactions for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner.

Monitors students' daily schedule and behavior plan (e.g., class schedule, work schedule, personal hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Performs general clerical functions (e.g., copying, filing, data entry, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the instructional program.

Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, job skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; assisting in adapting to mainstream classroom/s and/or work place; and ensuring students success in school.

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