Instructional Assistant-Special Education CrossCat-ED (2026/2027)

Litchfield Elementary School District #79; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Litchfield Elementary School District in Arizona is seeking an Instructional Assistant-Special Education CrossCat-ED for the 2026/2027 school year. The role supports students with special education needs under supervision and collaborates with teachers to implement instructional strategies.

This 9-month, part-time position runs 7 hours per day, five days a week and requires an AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. The district will place new hires according to years of verified experience.

Qualifications

• 9-month position
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required

Job description

Instructional Assistant-Special Education CrossCat-ED (2026/2027) JobID: 13179

Position Details

• Position Type: Support Staff (Instructional Asst.)/ Instructional Assistant-Special Education
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• 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.