Instructional Assistant Special School I PT

Jordan-School-District; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,582,000; Part time

Job summary

Jordan School District in Utah is seeking a Part-Time Instructional Assistant within the Behavioral Assistance Team (JBAT). The role supports students with behavioral needs across PreK–post high school so they can access core content and engage in positive social interactions.

Expect hands-on support throughout the school day under Behavior Specialists and Technicians. Training: complete Basic Training (5 hours) within one week of hire; up to 40 hours more to advance to lane 6 within six months.

Qualifications

• Must complete Basic Training (5 hours) within one week of hire.
• Additional 40 hours of training available to advance to lane 6 within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to students throughout the school day.
• Reinforce positive behavior and implement strategies under the direction of Behavior Specialists and Technicians.

Skills

Training deadline

Behavior support

Job description

Instructional Assistant Special School I PT JobID: 15632

• Position Type: ESP - Special Education/ Instructional Assistant Special I PT
• Date Posted: 10/9/2026
• Location: Rivers Edge
• Date Available: 10/26/2026

Part-Time Instructional Assistant in the Behavioral Assistance Team/ 25-hours per week

The Instructional Assistant (Behavior Support Assistant, or BSA) is part of the Jordan Behavior Assistance Team (JBAT). Members of JBAT support the behavioral needs of students across Jordan District in PreK through post high school so they can access core content and engage in healthy social interactions in the least restrictive environment possible. The Behavior Support Assistants provides hands-on support to students throughout the school day, reinforcing positive behavior and implementing strategies under the direction of Behavior Specialists and Technicians.

Must complete Basic Training (5 hours) provided by JSD Special Education Department. Training must be completed within one week of hire as a condition of employment.
Additional 40 hours of training is available through the Special Education department allowing the employee to increase to lane 6 upon completion.
Training must be completed within six (6) months from hire date as a condition of employment.

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2026
Lane 5 Step 1 ($22.86/Hour)

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