Instructional Assistant ASC Program

Pendergast Elementary School District Desert Horizon School
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Pendergast Elementary School District Desert Horizon School
- Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Pendergast Elementary School District

Job : 5952560
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant in ASC Program

EXEMPT: No

GRADE: 108

LOCATION: Desert Horizon

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 9-Month

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUMMARY: Under general direction of the school principal, assists teachers working in behavioral disability and autism programs and administers specific instructional and behavioral strategies and techniques. Relieves the teacher of routine clerical duties and provides supportive activities for instructional personnel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 60 College Credit Hours or AA Degree or proof of successfully passing a State-approved Para-professional assessment
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles (MMR)
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training or coursework in child growth and development, behavior management, developmental and/or motor training
• Instructional technology or related field
• First-aid
• CPR (may be acquired following hire date)
• Job-related experience, working with children requiring a specialized learning environment

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from other instructional assistant classifications in that the primary responsibility is working with students in the District's special education behavioral disability and autism program. Assignments may be in home, school and community environments as designated in the student's IEP (Individual Education Program). In addition to the varying locations, it is also distinguished by the absence of immediate supervision, independent judgment exercised, special needs of the population and need for knowledge of methodologies including, but not limited to Discrete Trial Training, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Social Skills, Pivotal Response, Floor Time, TEACCH Methodologies.

• Assists special needs students individually or in small groups and confers with teachers on assigned subjects to insure coordination of instructional efforts
• Reinforces student learning activities
• Assists in implementing Individualized Educational Plans for students with autism and behavioral disabilities
• Directs students into safe learning activities and assists in management of student behavior through use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques
• Assists in the development of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids; operates and assists students in operation of a variety of instructional media
• Monitors and assists in remediation of specific learning problems
• Under supervision, administers specific instructional and behavioral techniques to children diagnosed with development disabilities
• Confers with instructional personnel and provides input regarding student progress
• Collects data and records anecdotal student progress notes, maintains and organizes program notebooks and implements program modifications
• Administers drills, reviews data with supervisor and consultants and reports concerns
• May be responsible for integrating special needs students in a mainstream setting
• Administer medication in accordance with specific medical instruction, performs routine first-aid which may include aiding children experiencing seizures or respiratory problems
• Requests appropriate assistance for serious pupil injury or illness
• Assists in monitoring any special medical problems students may have and logs student medical information as appropriate; assists in maintaining a positive learning environment
• Assists when necessary with physical activities and therapy, including diapering, toilet training, feeding and other self-help skills
• Supervises students during class activities, in the library, on field trips, at lunch and recess
• May prepare students for going home and supervise bus loading; maintains and files student records, attendance reports and files including confidential student records and information; attends a variety of meetings,…