Special Education Instructional Aide

Heritageacademyaz; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Academy is seeking a dedicated individual to assist the Special Education Teacher, supporting students in both general and special education settings.

This role requires an HS diploma, 2-3 years of experience, fingerprint clearance, and proficiency with MS Office; candidates should be professional and ready to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of experience in an academic setting preferred.
• Fingerprint clearance required under A.R.S 15-512 (FP Card).
• Proficient with MS Office and internet search engines.
• Professional and friendly disposition.
• Ability to move or position equipment up to 30 pounds; outdoor exposure possible.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; Know Your Rights notice review.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education Teacher and other classroom staff.
• Support students in general and special education settings.
• Document student progress on goals in academic and behavioral plans.
• Provide behavior support and de-escalation strategies.
• Attend Open Houses, events, and staff meetings as needed.
• Maintain classroom discipline and monitor student behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professional disposition

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Heritage provides parents and scholars with a friendly and orderly academic environment. As an integral part of Heritage Academy, this position will assist the Special Education Teacher in helping all scholars in a friendly and professional manner while adhering to all practices consistent with Heritage culture, strategy, and values.

Duties & Responsibilities

Work with the classroom teachers where assigned, understanding that support duties may occur in other classrooms.

Provide required support to students in general education and special education settings. This may include behavioral, academic, or physical assistance.

Attend Open Houses, special school events, and certain staff meetings designated as All Faculty Meetings.

Assist in the documentation of students’ progress on goals in their academic and behavioral plans.

Assist the teacher(s) in providing behavior support for students on specific behavior goals and plans and providing redirection, de-escalation strategies, and providing positive feedback to the students.

Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments.

Ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline to maintain a secure and effective learning environment.

Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising, and assessing behavioral patterns.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths

Education: High School degree or equivalent required

Experience: 2-3 years of experience in an academic setting is preferred

Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512

Special Skills:

Professional and friendly disposition

Proficient with computers and office software applications including MS Office tools, internet search engines

Physical functions: Must be able to remain in a stationary (standing or sitting) position for 50% of the time; may occasionally move around the campus 50% of the time.

Equipment used: Occasional computer, telephone, and office equipment use is expected.

Work Environment: May be required to move or position equipment up to 30 pounds. May be exposed to outdoor weather.

This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Required

FP Card

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.