2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care - Wildfire ES

Young World Physical Education

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 23,405

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and optional Dental/Vision

Paid Sick/Personal Time

ASRS

Job summary

A local educational institution in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care to assist special-needs students in their educational journey. The role includes providing one-on-one support, adhering to educational plans, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED and demonstrate flexibility, effective communication skills, and the ability to perform essential physical tasks. This position involves daily interactions with educational staff and healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Adherence to safety practices and physical restraint practices.
Basic math proficiency including fractions and percentages.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

Support instructional program through one-on-one assistance.
Assist students with personal hygiene and daily activities.
Document daily activities for student progress.

Skills

Adhere to safety practices

Basic math proficiency

Flexibility to work with others

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care - Wildfire ES

Paradise Valley USD 69 Wildfire ES - Phoenix, Arizona. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5586904

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

SPED Instructional Assistant/Personal Care

Location: Wildfire Elementary School

Duration: 9 months, 6.5 hrs/day

Grade: 16, $16.99/hour

Position Type: Non-Interim

Start Date: 08/03/2026

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

Qualification: HS Diploma or GED

Purpose Statement

The job of Instructional Assistant/SPED Personal Care is to provide support to the instructional program by working with special‑needs students one‑on‑one; following educational and specific behavioral plans; and reporting students' daily activities.

This position reports to the Teacher and/or Site Administrator.

Essential Functions

Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives.
Assist medically fragile, physically disabled, or developmentally delayed students (e.g., diapering, tube feeding) to maintain personal hygiene.
Communicate with teachers and a variety of health‑care professionals (e.g., Speech Therapist, PTs, COTAs) to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
Document students' daily activities (behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times) for daily logs and hourly activity reports.
Evaluate situations involving staff, students, parents, or the public to take action and/or provide referrals.
Implement behavioral plans under teacher supervision for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions.
Maintain manual and electronic records for reference and mandated requirements.
Model conversation, manners, clean‑up activities, listening, job skills, and everyday interactions to demonstrate appropriate social behavior culturally sensitively.
Monitor students' daily schedule and behavior plan to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Provide instruction under teacher supervision (math, science, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills, writing, verbal skills, job skills) to implement IEP goals and ensure student success.
Remain with students at all times to ensure safety, remove them when necessary, and de‑escalate situations outside the classroom.
Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.

Other Functions

Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Requirement: HS Diploma or GED

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Adhere to safety practices, prepare and maintain accurate records, and apply physical restraint practices.
Basic math proficiency (fractions, percentages, ratios); read varied manuals; write documents; present information; understand multi‑step instructions.
Schedule activities, collect data, and use job‑related equipment. Flexibility to work with others, handle interruptions, and maintain confidentiality.
Problem‑solve to identify issues and create action plans; establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate with diverse groups; maintain a good rapport with students, employees, and community.

Responsibilities

Work under direct supervision using standardized procedures; lead, guide, and/or coordinate others. Continually impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

Physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, fine finger dexterity. Generally requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, 25% standing. Job performed in a clean environment with potential exposure to injury or illness.

Experience

Job‑related experience is required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency

Required Testing: CPR Certificate, First Aid Certificate
Continuing Education/Training: CPI Certificate
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses: Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance
Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

FLSA Status – Non Exempt

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 Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or Title II of the Genetic Information Non‑Discrimination Act of 2008 may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Position Type

6.5 hrs/day

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