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

Young World Physical Education; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 23,405; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick/Personal Time

Medical and optional Dental/Vision

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a SPED Instructional Assistant for Copper Canyon Elementary School, Arizona. The role involves supporting the instructional program, assisting in supervising students, and adapting classroom activities. A high school diploma or GED is required. This position entails 6.5 hours of work per day for the academic term, offering benefits such as paid sick time and medical options. The ideal candidate will have skills in child development and conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• Adapts classroom activities and materials under direction of the supervising teacher.
• Monitors student's daily schedule and behavior plan.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional program by assisting in the supervision and care of students.
• Provide instruction to students in individual and group activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Job ID: 5667010

Application Deadline: 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

Purpose Statement

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

Essential Functions

• 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.

Other Functions

• 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: 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.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience

Job related experience is desired

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance

Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Position Type

Position Type: 6.5 hrs/day

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.