Special Education Aide: Classroom & Behavior Support

Payson Unified District; Payson (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Payson Unified District is seeking a Paraprofessional - SPED to support special needs students under a Teacher or Administrator's direction. The role includes assistive instruction, supervision, field trips, and clerical tasks in a collaborative school setting.

Qualifications emphasize HIPAA/FERPA confidentiality, positive student relations, English communication, and CPR/First Aid. Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance may be required within 45 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Confidentiality requirements under HIPAA and FERPA.
• Interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy, diplomacy.
• Written and spoken English proficiency.
• Knowledge of instructional methods for special education.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Complies with HIPAA and FERPA confidentiality requirements.
• Develops positive relations with students, parents, staff and the public.
• Assists with instruction in a classroom for/with special education students.
• Supervises students when assigned.
• Assists in school activities and field trips.
• Performs clerical duties and supports teachers and staff.
• May assist with daily personal hygiene such as toileting and diapering.
• May assist in daily feeding of students.
• Performs playground, cafeteria, and bus duty as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Confidentiality HIPAA/FERPA

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal English

Instructional methods familiarity

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma/GED and Associate’s Degree or higher

60 college credits at the 100 level or above

Passing AZ Paraprofessional Exam

Tools

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Payson Unified District is seeking a Paraprofessional - SPED to support special needs students under a Teacher or Administrator's direction. The role includes assistive instruction, supervision, field trips, and clerical tasks in a collaborative school setting.

Qualifications emphasize HIPAA/FERPA confidentiality, positive student relations, English communication, and CPR/First Aid. Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance may be required within 45 days of employment.