Part-Time Special Education IA: Empower & Support

Patterson Elementary; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Patterson Elementary School in Mesa, Arizona is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education I in a resource setting. This part-time role (29 hours/week) supports certified teachers and specialists in implementing IEPs, assisting students with academics, daily living tasks, and health care activities.

The position involves routine clerical support, data collection on goals, behavior interventions, and collaboration with staff to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours at hire or pass ParaPro test.
• Preferred: high school diploma or equivalent; experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom work/homework under teacher direction and reinforce objectives.
• Assist in development of instructional materials and classroom maintenance.
• Collect data on academic and behavior goals as instructed.
• Implement positive behavior intervention plans in collaboration with staff.
• Respond to problem behaviors per plan and district policy.
• Assist with transfers and daily living activities; provide hygiene support as needed.
• Monitor groups to maintain a safe learning environment; support peer interactions.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60 college credits

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Patterson Elementary School in Mesa, Arizona is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education I in a resource setting. This part-time role (29 hours/week) supports certified teachers and specialists in implementing IEPs, assisting students with academics, daily living tasks, and health care activities.

The position involves routine clerical support, data collection on goals, behavior interventions, and collaboration with staff to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.