Senior Instructional Assistant – Special Needs Support

Rover Elementary; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Rover Elementary in Tempe, AZ seeks an Instructional Assistant Senior – Special Needs to support students with IEPs under SEALS. The role involves assisting teachers with instruction, materials, and inclusive activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, behavior monitoring, collaboration with therapists, and preparing learning spaces. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on safety and student progress.

Qualifications

• Education/experience equivalent to a HS diploma or GED.
• AA degree or 60 credits or ParaPro assessment preferred.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Experience with special needs students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist instruction and classroom setup, co-teach with teachers.
• Help meet IEP goals and include students in classrooms.
• Assist with personal hygiene and eating manners as needed.
• Monitor and support student behavior and safety.
• Collaborate with therapists and prepare instructional materials.

Skills

Classroom support

IEP implementation

Behavior monitoring

Spanish preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA degree or 60 credit hours or ParaPro

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Rover Elementary in Tempe, AZ seeks an Instructional Assistant Senior – Special Needs to support students with IEPs under SEALS. The role involves assisting teachers with instruction, materials, and inclusive activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, behavior monitoring, collaboration with therapists, and preparing learning spaces. This is a full-time, on-site position with a focus on safety and student progress.