EDGE Paraeducator – Special Education (Emotional/Behavioral)

HALEY ELEMENTARY; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Retirement match (ASRS)

Job summary

HALEY ELEMENTARY in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Paraeducator for Special Education (EDGE) to support instructional activities under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting students with social and emotional needs, following IEP guidelines, and helping create a positive learning environment.

The position features full-time hours, a structured calendar, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent plus an associate's degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an AZ state-approved competency exam.
• CPR/First Aid (certification provided)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software.
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• The physical demands are described below

Responsibilities

• Student Support & Instruction: Reinforce material by providing one-on-one or small-group instruction to students. Assist with academic, physical, and emotional needs, following each student's IEP guidelines.
• Personal Care & Medical Assistance: Provide support with activities of daily living like toileting, feeding, and dressing. You'll also administer basic first aid and emergency rescue medications to students as needed.
• Facilitate communication: Serve as a translator for oral and written communication between parents, students, and staff when necessary.
• Social-Emotional Development: Assist students with their social and emotional needs, helping them build positive behaviors and navigate social situations.
• Behavioral & Safety Management: Implement behavioral plans to help students modify behaviors and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Collaboration & Administrative Duties: Assist with assessments and data collection under supervision of the certified teacher. Translate for students, parents, and staff when required.
• General Operations: Help maintain a quiet and orderly classroom and ensure safety.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid

Office equipment operation

Criminal background check

Education

Associates degree or 60 semester hours

Job description

HALEY ELEMENTARY in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Paraeducator for Special Education (EDGE) to support instructional activities under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting students with social and emotional needs, following IEP guidelines, and helping create a positive learning environment.

The position features full-time hours, a structured calendar, and opportunities for growth.