Associate, Instructional SPED; Student ; Laveen Traditional Academy

Associate, Instructional SPED (Student Specific 1:1) (Laveen Traditional Academy)

Location: Laveen, Arizona

Job : 5788499

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Type: Part-Time (FTE 0.7375)

Salary: $17.81 Per Hour

Job Goal: To assist professional staff members by performing a variety of tasks related to the operation of classrooms or other instructional areas.

• Instructs students under the direction of the supervising teacher.
• Assists the teacher with planned activities and instructional programs.
• Assists in preparing instructional materials for daily instruction as planned by the teacher; sets up and operates audiovisual equipment; types educational materials; uses copy machines and computers.
• Assists the teacher in maintaining individual student records.
• Assists in supervising students at arrival and dismissal, in the classroom, and lunchroom.
• Presents subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques under the supervision of the teacher.
• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Supports special education students in accordance with individualized education programs.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with teachers, support staff, and school administrators. Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)/restraint certification, First aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training course completed at first available offering by District. High school diploma preferred or equivalent.

• Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
• Read a variety of manuals and write documents following prescribed formats or present information to others.
• Understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies: accounting/bookkeeping principles; office equipment/software.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to student, staff, and public needs.
• Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality; creates and maintains a positive and conducive work environment.
• Oral Communication – Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication – Edits work for spelling and grammar.
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful and positive manner.
• Safety and Security – Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to work with a variety of people and maintain confidentiality of information.

• Knowledge of Internet and district software, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and other appropriate technology software).
• Knowledge of appropriate business machines and telephones.
• Monitor special system(s), including security and fire alarm systems.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity are required.
• Typical job functions require sitting, walking, and standing.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision.

• Ten‑month, employee pay and benefits in accordance with Board policy.
• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt
• Part‑Time
  
  Employee Benefits:
  
  in accordance with Board policy.

Performance to be evaluated in accordance with the Board policy on evaluation of support personnel.

• Stephanie Niehus
• 5001 W. Dobbins Road
• Laveen, Arizona 85339
• Phone: 602‑237‑9100 x3010
• Email: sniehus