K-8 Instructional Assistant

Position: K-8 Instructional Assistant (3 openings)
Position:

K-8 Instructional Assistant (3 openings)

Type:

Charter

Location:

Urban

Job :

134925

County:

Southwest Maricopa

Posted:

July 06, 2026

Contact Information:

Phoenix Modern

200 E Mitchell Drive

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

District Website

Contact:

Paola Colón Vargas

Phone:

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

PAY: $23.60

START DATE - July 20th

JOB TYPE:
Hourly, In-person. Estimated to be 25-29 hours weekly with additional hours when needed for a substitute Guide role.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Instructional Assistant partners with Studio Guides and the Student Support Team to help all learners thrive in a learner-centered environment. This role provides academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and instructional support while fostering learner independence, curiosity, and confidence. The Instructional Assistant works collaboratively to ensure learners have access to meaningful learning experiences and appropriate supports.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Learner Support

* Provide one-on-one, small-group, and in-class support for all learners, including those with disabilities, by assisting with instruction, accommodations, and individualized learning goals.

* Encourage learner independence by providing support that builds confidence, problem-solving skills, and self-advocacy.

* Support learners in developing positive social-emotional regulation strategies and help maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.

* Assist with Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention support under the direction of instructional staff.

* Supervise learners during transitions, lunch, outdoor learning, and other school activities as needed.

2. Studio Assistance

* Collaborate with Studio Guides, and the Special Education Guide to implement instructional strategies and support the diverse needs of learners.

* Serve as the primary studio facilitator during planned or unplanned staff absences, ensuring continuity of learning by implementing lesson plans, maintaining studio routines, and supervising learners in accordance with Phoenix Modern expectations.

* Demonstrate flexibility by providing support across studios as staffing and learner needs require.

3. Personal Care

* Assist learners with personal, physical, or medical care needs, when required, while maintaining learner dignity, safety, and confidentiality.

4. Data Collection

* Collect and document learner progress, observations, behavior, and intervention data to support instructional planning, IEP implementation, and ongoing learner growth.

5. Communication

* Maintain open and professional communication with Studio Guides, specialists, school leadership, and families, as appropriate, regarding learner progress, challenges, and support strategies.

* Maintain confidentiality of learner information in accordance with school policies and applicable laws.

6. Professional Responsibilities

* Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and required trainings.

* Demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to Phoenix Modern's mission and learner-centered philosophy.

* Perform other duties as assigned that support the successful operation of the school.

WHO WE ARE

Phoenix Modern is reimagining the design and approach of school for learners ages 5-14. We value wonder, love, joy, and growth, and believe every learner deserves an educational experience that develops the skills, mindset, and character needed for positive, healthy, and productive engagement in the world.

Our instructional approach provides learners with meaningful opportunities to take ownership of their learning and actively shape their community. On a typical day, learners engage in self-paced core skill development, collaborative workshops, guided discussions, and interdisciplinary projects that foster curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and real-world problem-solving. Our mixed-age elementary and middle school studios serve approximately 20-25 learners across two grade levels, creating a collaborative and supportive learning community.

Learn more

Before applying, please be sure to:

1. Watch video

2. Explore our website, including descriptions of our program and blog post.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* High school…