2026-27 SPED Instructional Assistant/Special Needs- Shadow Mountain HS
Shadow Mountain HS
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Job summary
Shadow Mountain High School in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a SPED Instructional Assistant to support the instructional program and assist in supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students across regular and self-contained settings. The role emphasizes implementing IEP plans and monitoring student behavior.
Under supervision of teachers, you will adapt activities, assist with daily living skills and maintain documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Ability to follow supervisor directions and implement IEP objectives.
- Ability to work with SPED students in various settings.
Responsibilities
- Adapt activities and materials under supervision to support classroom objectives.
- Administer tests and homework to support teachers.
- Assist medically fragile or disabled students with daily needs and monitor hygiene.
- Communicate with staff and parents to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
- Escort students to ensure safe arrival and departure from destinations.
- Implement behavioral plans designed by IEP team and de‑escalate as needed.
- Maintain records of instructional materials and student activities.
Skills
Education
Job description
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
Instructional Assistant/SPED Special Needs
Location: Shadow Mountain High School
Grade 16, $16.99 per hour
Dates: 8/3/2026 - 5/27/2027
Benefits: ASRS, Paid Sick/Personal Time, Medical and optional Dental/Vision
Requirement: HS Diploma or GED
The job of Instructional Assistant- Special Education 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 special needs students in the regular classroom, a self-contained classroom and/or with an individual student; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.
This job reports to Teacher and/or Site Administrator
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.
Assists medically fragile, physically disabled, or developmentally delayed students (e.g. lifting, feeding, toilet training, diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal hygiene and immediate healthcare needs.
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.
Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
Escorts students (e.g. bathroom, office classroom, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and safe arrival to and/or from destination.
Implements under the supervision of assigned teachers, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
Intervenes in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and/or therapeutic approaches for the purpose of diffusing confrontations and minimizing disruptions.
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.
Remains with students at all times for the purpose of providing for the safety of students, removing students when necessary and de‑scalating situations outside the classroom.
Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; stages of child development/ behavior.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job‑related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job‑related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: 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.
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.
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.
Job related experience is desired
High school diploma or equivalent
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CPR Certificate
First Aid Certificate
QBS Certificate
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses
Criminal Background Clearance
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.
FLSA Status - Non Exempt
Position Type: 6.75 hrs/day- Shadow Mountain HS
- Phone: (602) 449-3000
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This job is also posted in Paradise Valley Unified School District
Job ID: 5584719
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jun 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
Instructional Assistant/SPED Special Needs
Location: Shadow Mountain High School
9 months, 6.75 hours per day (Multiple positions)
Grade 16, $16.99 per hour
Dates: 8/3/2026 - 5/27/2027
Benefits: ASRS, Paid Sick/Personal Time, Medical and optional Dental/Vision
Requirement: HS Diploma or GED
The job of Instructional Assistant- Special Education 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 special needs students in the regular classroom,
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