2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care - LPN - North Canyon HS

Young World Physical Education

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 31,106 - 44,303

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking a SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care LPN at North Canyon High School in Phoenix. This 9-month, 6.75 hours per day position reports to the school nurse and starts immediately.

Required is a current LPN license, high school diploma or GED, and a background clearance. Responsibilities include supporting students, monitoring conditions, and providing comfort per the care plan, with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with severely handicapped children.
High School Diploma or GED.
Possession of a current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
Criminal Background Clearance.
Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees and community.
Observe, record, and report to the school nurse the condition of the student including signs and symptoms that may indicate a change in the student’s condition.
Provide for the emotional and physical comfort of the student.
Assist in the care of the student in accordance with the student’s care plan.
Assist as needed with other students in program.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care - LPN - North Canyon HS

Paradise Valley USD 69 North Canyon HS - Phoenix, Arizona
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Job Details

Job ID: 5833275

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: 6.75 hrs/day

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

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

Grade: 26, $27.37/hour

Job Location: North Canyon High School

Job Description

SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care LPN reports to School Nurse. Non-Interim Position, 9 months, 6.75 hrs/day.

Essential Functions

Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees and community.
Observe, record, and report to the school nurse the condition of the student including signs and symptoms that may indicate a change in the student’s condition.
Provide for the emotional and physical comfort of the student.
Assist in the care of the student in accordance with the student’s care plan.
Assist as needed with other students in program.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience

Previous experience working with severely handicapped children.

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses

Possession of a current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.

Cleared & Training

Criminal Background Clearance.

Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

EEO Statement

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 Non-Discrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

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