Paraprofessional – Special Education Adult

Paraprofessional – Special Education Adult Support

• Date Posted: 2/26/2026
• Location:
  
  Town & Country Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
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Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Award‑Winning District
• 8 Outstanding Schools
• Competitive Salaries
• Incentives
• Paid Holidays & Leave
• Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources
• Culture of Caring & Support Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

When applying for a Paraprofessional position, please be advised that the applicant's preferred position/site will be given preference; however, following a successful team interview and reference check, the District may extend the applicant a job offer(s) at different school site(s) or different paraprofessional position(s), based on district needs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree or 60 college credits or State/Local Para Pro Assessment test required
• Previous experience working with youth preferred
• Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to participate in the District's Medicaid program

• Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices working with persons with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem‑solving skills to address challenges related to special education services.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports, to monitor students, work with and secure the cooperation of students.
• Knowledge of all basic first aid methods, including CPR.
• Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the aid of children with special needs.
• Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
• Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
• Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
• Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position is held in the highest of confidentiality.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies; including mandatory reporting procedures.

Disclaimer:
The following duties are not intended to be all‑inclusive of every task or responsibility performed by employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position‑specific duties.

• Assist student in classroom activities to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.
• Accompany and assist student throughout the school day as necessitated by the IEP and monitor behaviors for behavior plans.
• Work one‑on‑one and in small groups with student on specific needs.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assist teacher in modifying student assignments as needed.
• May assist and train student in activities of daily living as needed, including diapering/toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Be knowledgeable of the basic course content for student; and, the educational…