Instructional Assistant-Special Education Autism (2026/2027)

Litchfield Elementary School District; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Litchfield Elementary School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education Autism for Corte Sierra Elementary School for the 2026/2027 school year. The role is a 9-month position, working 7 hours per day, 5 days a week, with non-exempt status.

A valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required. This position is located at Corte Sierra Elementary School (Title I School) and aims to support students in autism-focused special education services.

Qualifications

• Must have AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Position is 9 months, 7 hours per day, 5 days a week.

Job description

Instructional Assistant-Special Education Autism (2026/2027) JobID: 13140

• Position Type: Support Staff (Instructional Asst.)/ Instructional Assistant-Special Education
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location: Corte Sierra Elementary School (Title I 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.