Paraprofessional - Resource Part-Time (Special Education)

J.o-Combs-Unified-School-District; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

J.O. Combs Unified School District in San Tan Valley, Arizona, is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional to support student learning in Special Education. This role involves assisting teachers, providing direct instruction, and adapting curriculum to meet individual student needs.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. A passion for making a difference in students' lives is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Good organizational skills to manage classroom requirements.
• Ability to effectively assess and address student needs.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students under the supervision of a teacher.
• Assist in the development of lesson plans and curriculum.
• Provide direct support to students based on their individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Good organizational skills

Ability to analyze educational documents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year college degree or equivalent credits

Job description

Paraprofessional - Resource Part-Time (Special Education) JobID: 613

• Position Type: Student Services-Special Education / Paraprofessional, Resource (Teacher Aide)
• Date Posted: 7/2/2026
• Location: Combs Traditional Academy
• Date Available: 07/24/2026

J.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

About Us

J.O. Combs Unified School District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. If this describes you, continue to learn more about the position below.

Salary Schedule/Base Hourly Rate (Subject to Change): Support Staff Schedule /$15.57. Additional credit for related years of service and education.

Work Calendar: 10 months

Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal, Teacher, or Program Specialist

Why Work for Us

• You will make a difference in children's lives, our future leaders
• You have school breaks and the summer off work

About the Role

The paraprofessional will support the classroom teachers to ensure that the curriculum and school programs are implemented in a way to maximize student learning experiences.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruct students within assigned area.
• Provide direct instruction based on identified student needs in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Participate in the use of appropriate assessment tools and methods to accommodate the unique abilities and needs of students.
• Promote and maintain confidentiality regarding records and documentation.
• Work as a team member to implement strategies, activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on students' prior knowledge and experience.
• Assess learning outcomes in collaboration with the classroom teacher, using various methods to monitor the effectiveness of teaching strategies.
• Maintain CPR and first aid certifications.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance card through Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Adapt curriculum as a member of a collaborative team to meet the needs of the students.
• Assist with the following record keeping: daily student logs regarding skills addressed, lesson plans and notes, parent communication logs.
• Assist educational staff with other duties as assigned.

What You Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a 2-year college degree (AA from an accredited institution), 60 credits toward a 4-year degree or successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff, students and the public.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret educational documents.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, stand, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, push or pull. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to move about the campus. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment Characteristics

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat or cold and dusty and/or windy conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX, Athletic Director, 2505 E. Germann Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-882-3540 and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.