Instructional Assistant Special Education I - Resource - Part Time - Webster Elementary School

Webster Elementary; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a part-time Instructional Assistant Special Education I to assist students with special needs at Webster Elementary School in Mesa, Arizona. Responsibilities include supporting learning activities and maintaining a safe learning environment.

Ideal candidates will possess an Associate’s Degree or equivalent credits and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. The role offers $16.56 per hour, with additional performance pay opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to work well with students, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teachers in monitoring and instruction of special education students.
• Deliver classroom work and reinforce classroom objectives under teacher’s direction.
• Monitor individual and/or small student groups to maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Ability to work with special education students

Good verbal and written communication skills

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours

Tools

Basic software applications (Word, Excel)

Job description

Instructional Assistant Special Education I - Resource - Part Time - Webster Elementary School

Mesa USD 4 Webster Elementary - Mesa, Arizona

Job Description

To assist, under direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing the Individual Education Plans; to assist students in performing their academic, daily living and health care activities; to relieve teacher of routine clerical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom work, homework, and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring and guided practice under teacher’s direction.
• Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of the classroom.
• Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed.
• In collaboration with certified personnel implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression.
• Respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy.
• Transfer and/or lift non‑ambulatory students to assist them in the performance of their daily activities.
• Assist students with personal hygiene to provide or develop daily living activities and behavioral skills.
• Assist students who need support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning) to ensure their functioning in a school environment.
• Accompany students as they transition across campus.
• Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate peer interactions.
• Maintain classroom and student equipment to ensure a safe environment.
• Model professional, safe, responsible and respectful behavior.
• Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher (e.g., copies, materials, billing).
• Participate in various meetings to share information and/or improve one’s skills and/or knowledge.
• Regular and on‑time attendance required.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children.

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strengths and needs, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Ability and willingness to work with special education students who may require specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals.
• Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations.
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc).
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize and to follow classroom guidelines as put forth by classroom teacher.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Works closely with special education teachers, general education staff, therapists, and administrators.
• May be resource rooms, inclusion settings, or self‑contained classrooms.
• Supports students with disabilities, which may include intellectual, developmental, emotional, or physical disabilities.
• Each day can vary based on student needs, schedules, behavior, and support plans.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and kneel frequently throughout the day.
• May need to lift or assist students who have physical disabilities, including transferring students to and from wheelchairs, standing frames, or other equipment (commonly 25–50 lbs, but sometimes more).

Compensation

Part‑time (29 hours per week). Base hourly $16.56. Performance Pay available annually.

Benefits

None.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.