2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant​/Special Needs - Copper Canyon ES

2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Special Needs - Copper Canyon ES

Job : 5667010

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Location: Copper Canyon Elementary School

Schedule: 9 months, 6.5 hours/day

Grade: 16, $16.99/hour

Position Type: Non-Interim

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

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

Requirement: HS Diploma or GED

The job of Instructional Assistant/Classroom Assistant is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students in the regular classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction.

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.
• 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.
• Escorts students (e.g. bathroom, office classroom, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from destination.
• 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 student's 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.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• SKILLS:
  
  adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• KNOWLEDGE: basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; reading a variety of manuals, writing documents following prescribed formats, and presenting information to others; understanding complex, multi-step written and oral instructions; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; stages of child development/behavior.
• ABILITY: scheduling activities; gathering and/or collating data; using basic job-related equipment; flexibility to work with others; problem solving to identify issues and create action plans; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; maintaining a positive rapport with students, employees and community.

Responsibilities include:

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