Paraprofessional, Self-Contained (LEAP)

J.o-Combs-Unified-School-District; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 at Combs High School is seeking a paraprofessional to support classroom teachers and help implement the curriculum to maximize student learning experiences.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and can include AA credits or ParaPro assessment, with the ability to work with staff and students. It is a 10-month contract offering 30–35 hours weekly and benefits eligibility starting the first of the month after hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and AA or 60 credits toward a 4-year degree (ParaPro may be required).
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff, students and the public.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret educational documents.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Reading comprehension

Education

AA/60 credits toward 4-year degree or ParaPro

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 2/6/2026
• Location: Combs High School
• Date Available: 02/06/2026
• Closing Date: 03/11/2026

Hourly Rate:Base $15.63per hour;Additional credit for related years of service and related education. Contract:10 Months, 193 Days Hours:30-35 weekly Benefits:Benefit eligible. Eligible the first of the month following date of hire. Reports to: Principal, Teacher, or Program Specialist FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Evaluation:Annual

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications

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.

• 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.

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.

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

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-Descrimination

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.