Special Education Aide & Instructional Support (ParaPro)

Gilbert Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Assistant at Augusta Ranch Elementary. The role supports regular and special needs students under a certificated teacher, documenting progress and assisting in instruction per IEP plans, with clerical support for the teacher.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card; 9-month assignment, 5 hours per day, starting at $16.31 per hour and up based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional ParaPro credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities under the direction of the teacher for inclusion of all special education students.
• Confer with teachers to assist in evaluating student progress and implementing IEP objectives.
• Implements instruction for individuals or small groups to meet learning goals per IEP/district benchmarks.
• Maintain instructional materials and student files to ensure availability and reliability of records.
• Monitor students to provide a safe, positive learning environment during activities.
• Record data for Direct Service Claiming (DSC) and perform clerical tasks to support the teacher.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro requirements (Associate degree or 60 college credits or ParaPro)

Job description

Gilbert Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Assistant at Augusta Ranch Elementary. The role supports regular and special needs students under a certificated teacher, documenting progress and assisting in instruction per IEP plans, with clerical support for the teacher.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card; 9-month assignment, 5 hours per day, starting at $16.31 per hour and up based on experience.