Instructional Assistant-Special Education 1:1 (2026/2027)

Litchfield Elementary School District #79; United States; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Elementary School District #79 is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education 1:1 for the 2026/2027 school year. The role involves providing dedicated 1:1 instructional support to a student with special needs, working under the guidance of a classroom teacher and special education staff.

The position is 9 months, 7 hours per day, 5 days a week, non-exempt, with placement based on verified years of experience. AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special needs in an instructional setting.
• Ability to follow behavior plans and support accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 instructional support for a student in the Special Education program.
• Assist classroom teacher with instructional tasks and behavior management.
• Collaborate with the school team to implement IEP goals and classroom supports.

Skills

1:1 support

Special education

Job description

Instructional Assistant-Special Education 1:1 (2026/2027) JobID: 13255

• Position Type:
  Support Staff (Instructional Asst.) / Instructional Assistant-Special Education
• Date Posted:
  11/10/2026
• Location:
  Litchfield Elementary School
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  When Filled

New hires are placed per the attached placement chart based on verified years of experience.

Terms of Employment:

9 months, 7 hrs per day, 5 days a week
Non-Exempt
Required- AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Important message for Internal Employees:

Leave Benefits:

Only 8 hour positions and Student Transporters qualify for personal earned leave.
If your new position is less than 8 hours per day, and you have been earning personal leave for less than 5 years, you will lose your personal earned leave.
If your new position is less than 8 hours per day and you have been earning personal leave for more than 5 years:

• Contact the payroll department for more information about payout upon leaving the District in the future.
• You cannot access your personal leave while you are working in a position that is less than 8 hours.