2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant - Certified - Various Locations

Paradise Valley USD 69; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a SPED Instructional Assistant - Certified for multiple locations. The role is interim with varying hours, supporting students with special needs and working under the site administrator.

Compensation ranges from $21.51 to $23.06 per hour based on experience, with eligibility for interim benefits and required certificated qualifications. Starting date is immediately; duties include assisting teachers, maintaining a positive

Qualifications

• Maintains a positive learning environment in accordance with district policy.
• Ability to communicate with administration, staff, and/or parents.
• Supports classroom teachers to help ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and staff records.
• Criminal Background Clearance and Arizona DPS fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support instructional staff to implement lessons and accommodations.
• Monitor students in various settings to ensure safety and adherence to guidelines.
• Refer incidents to site personnel for appropriate action.
• Communicate observations to teachers and administration as needed.
• Perform related duties to ensure efficient operations of the school program.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

BS/ BA Required

Job description

2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant - Certified - Various Locations

Paradise Valley USD 69 District Wide - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Paradise Valley Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5889779

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Instructional Assistant - Certified

Location: Various

Hours: Varies

Grade 25: $21.51/hr - $23.06/hr (Based on experience)

Interim Position

Instructional Assistant Certified: Special Needs, Resource, Personal Care, Connections, Roadrunner

Purpose Statement

The job of the Instructional Assistant - Certified is to support the instructional program at the school site in the absence of the regular ESP employee. The position is interim status meaning it may not continue into the following school year, and is potentially, though not necessarily intended, subject to transfer within the year based on the overall needs of district programming.

This job reports to the Site Administrator

Essential Functions

Maintains a positive learning environment for all students and a professional relationship with all staff in accordance with district policy.

Communicates with administration, staff, and/or parents for the purpose of conveying information.

Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel to help ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings for the purpose of ensuring student compliance with established guidelines and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Maintains confidentiality of all student and staff records.

Refers incidents including personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, rule violations, etc. to appropriate site personnel for the purpose of ensuring follow-up in accordance with administrative, site security and student safety guidelines.

Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.

Responds to a variety of situations (e.g., injured student, fights, vandalism, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety or security concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

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

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single tasks using existing skills. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to district policy, safety practices, and procedures; and operating standard office equipment, including pertinent software applications.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age-appropriate activities; and school safety and security practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem-solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem-solving with data requires adherence to prescribed guidelines, whereas problem-solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision in some cases; working under immediate supervision in some cases; and leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine-motor dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under extreme temperatures and in conditions with some exposure to the risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job-related experience is required

Education: BS/ BA Required

Equivalency:

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses:

Substitute Certificate /ArizonaTeaching Certificate

First Aide/ CPR Certificates

Continuing Educ./Training

Clearances:

Criminal Background Clearance

Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint

First Aid/ CPR Certificates

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Position Type: Various

Salary: $21.51 to $23.06 Interim

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 15002 N 32nd Street
• Phoenix, Arizona 85032
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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