RNInstructional Assistant Deaf​/HH

Position: RN3603 Instructional Assistant Deaf/HH
Position:

RN3603 Instructional Assistant Deaf/HH

Type:

Public

Location:

Urban

Job :

135017

County:

Northwest Maricopa

Posted:

July 10, 2026

Contact Information:

Phoenix Day School for the Deaf

7654 N 19th Ave

Phoenix, Arizona 85021

District Website

Contact:

Recruiter

Phone:

Fax:

District Email

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Individual positions may be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or other related duties

* Assist Teacher in the implementation of instructional objectives, behavioral strategies, and IEP (Individual Education Plan) goals.

* Under the guidance of the Teacher; tutor students in a variety of activities (academic subjects, daily life/social skills, etc.) in both individual and group settings.

* Monitor students in the use and care of equipment to prevent injuries

* Observe, record, and maintain student files per Federal, State, and Agency policies

* Provide Assistance in lifting and caring for students which may include toileting, feeding, and hygiene

* Transport students to and from activities/appointments when necessary

* Continue professional growth through training sessions/workshops

KNOWLEDGE OF:

* Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit

* Principles and practices of administration and management

* Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures

* Instructional methods and learning strategies

* Behavior management techniques

* Computer programs/software and office equipment relevant to position

SKILLED IN:

* Monitoring/assessing performance

* Augmentative communication

* Time management

* Organization and planning

ABILITY TO:

* Communicate information and ideas effectively so that others will understand

* Multitask

* Work with minimal supervision

* Operate AT equipment

* Reach, stoop, bend, and lift

* Operate office equipment

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

* Must be able to pass FBI and State background check

* Defensive Driver Training program to be completed by all agency personnel that drive on State business

* High School Diploma

* Associate's degree OR completion of 60 units of college coursework OR a valid Paraprofessional certification

* Current Arizona Driver's License

* Current CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention Training certifications or ability to obtain within the required timeline.

* ASL (American Sign Language) skills if working with students/staff who are deaf or hard of hearing.

* Braille skills if working with students who are blind/visually impaired.

Other:

BENEFITS

Benefit eligible employees have a variety of choices for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental and dependent life insurance. Offered plans provide exceptional value to our employees and their eligible dependents. Employees have a 31-day period from effective date of hire to elected coverage. Elected benefits could start as early as 2 weeks after hire.

Benefit eligible employees are automatically covered for basic life, non-smokers, accidental death and dismemberment and seat belt insurance.

Benefit eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the State's retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program. Enrollment is mandatory and is subject to a 26-week waiting period before initial enrollment. Employees may also choose to participate in a deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. Benefit Options also offer Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, Auto & home insurance, and Purchase Discount Programs.