Paraeducator, Special Education (EDGE) – Student Support Hero

HALEY ELEMENTARY; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Arizona State Retirement System

Health insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Professional growth credit

Job summary

Chandler Unified School District is hiring a Paraeducator for Special Education - EDGE at Haley Elementary, with 6.5 hours per day in Chandler, AZ. This full-time support role supports students under the supervision of a special education teacher and IE P guidelines.

The position requires an associate degree or 60 semester hours, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to assist with daily living activities. The district emphasizes collaboration, safety, and student well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus an associate's degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an AZ state-approved competency exam
• CPR/First Aid (certification provided)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• The physical demands are described below

Responsibilities

• Reinforce material by providing one‑on‑one or small‑group instruction to students. Assist with academic, physical, and emotional needs, following each student's IEP guidelines.
• Provide support with activities of daily living like toileting, feeding, and dressing. Administer basic first aid and emergency rescue medications to students as needed.
• Serve as a translator for oral and written communication between parents, students, and staff when necessary.
• Assist students with social and emotional needs, helping them build positive behaviors.
• Implement behavioral plans to help students modify behaviors and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Assist with assessments and data collection under the supervision of the certified teacher; translate for students, parents, and staff when required.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Office software

Education

Associate's degree or 60-semester hours

Job description

Chandler Unified School District is hiring a Paraeducator for Special Education - EDGE at Haley Elementary, with 6.5 hours per day in Chandler, AZ. This full-time support role supports students under the supervision of a special education teacher and IE P guidelines.

The position requires an associate degree or 60 semester hours, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to assist with daily living activities. The district emphasizes collaboration, safety, and student well-being.