Instructional Aide

Sahuarita Unified School District; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking an Instructional Aide to provide instructional support to certified teachers and enhance the learning environment for students. The role is on a 10-month schedule and falls under the Non-Exempt/Support Staff Wage Schedule – Group B, with a pay rate of $15.89 per hour.

Responsibilities include supporting instructional activities, preparing materials, assisting with group and individual activities, and helping substitute teachers ensure continuity of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree or 60 credits from a four-year college or passing paraprofessional assessment (NCLB).
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of instructional materials and classroom environment.
• Assist in planning and preparation for group and individual activities.
• Assist substitute teacher to ensure continuity of learning.
• Assist with parent activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree / 60 credits

Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff - Highly Qualified/ Instructional Aide
• Date Posted: 7/31/2026
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Months

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Support Staff Wage Schedule – Group B

• $15.89

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide instructional support to certified teachers; to enhance the learning environment of students through individualized focus on learning skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONAL DUTIES

• Assists in preparation of instructional materials and physical environment;
• Assists in planning and preparation for group and individual activities;
• Assists substitute teacher to ensure continuity of learning process;
• Assists with parent activities;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

STUDENT INTERACTION

• Supervises students as assigned, during non-instructional activities;
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills;
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required;
• Assists with testing to determine student placement;
• Assists with evaluation to determine student progress;
• Participates in activities that will develop positive interaction in the instructional process;
• Assists with testing as required;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent; AND an Associate's degree OR 60 credit hours from an accredited four-year college or university OR a passing score on an approved paraprofessional assessment (under NCLB);
• No prior experience required;
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff.

B. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• None specified

C. COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness to perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• A. TIME MANAGEMENT: Routine work with little planning needed;
• B. STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress associated with the position;
• C. PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts primarily with students;
• D. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Perform as directed; responsible for own job duties.
• EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy;
• SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Appropriate site Principal;
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.