ESS Instructional Assistant - Support IEPs & Student Growth

Basis Education; Chandler, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with partial match

Employee assistance program

KinderCare tuition discount

Job summary

BASIS Chandler Primary South is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Instructional Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will support students with IEPs and 504 plans, reinforce inclusive practices, and collaborate with ESS staff to provide paraprofessional support.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and proactive communication with families and teachers, while helping maintain records and assist with administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory state background check.
• Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Passing score on applicable paraprofessional exam, CPI or TACT-2
• 1+ years with related special education job duties in a similar-sized school

Responsibilities

• Plan implementation with special educational needs in general education settings such as classrooms, halls, lunchrooms, playgrounds, etc.
• Provide paraprofessional or one‑on‑one support to individual students, as needed.
• Help the ESS Coordinator in all aspects of implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) and 504 plans.
• Work collaboratively with ESS Coordinator
• Provide support to teaching staff.
• Collect and maintain paperwork associated with IEPs and 504 plans and ensure confidentiality and integrity of student records and progress information.
• Support the ESS Coordinator(s) by performing administrative and clerical tasks.
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance.
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students.
• Reinforce and reteach concepts introduced by special education teachers.
• Provide instructional interventions and academic support to individual students or small groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Passing paraprofessional exam CPI or TACT-2

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

BASIS Chandler Primary South is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Instructional Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will support students with IEPs and 504 plans, reinforce inclusive practices, and collaborate with ESS staff to provide paraprofessional support.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and proactive communication with families and teachers, while helping maintain records and assist with administrative tasks.