Special Education Instructional Aide FY 26/27

Elementary School; Eagar (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Round Valley Unified Schools Elementary School in Eagar, Arizona is seeking a Special Education Instructional Aide to support students with diverse learning and physical needs. The role involves instructional assistance, behavior management, and ensuring a safe classroom environment. Start date is immediate; probation is 90 days with performance review at the end.

Position is part-time with hourly pay range of $15.70–$16.80. Requires fingerprint clearance and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Level I IVP Fingerprint Card required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support under teacher supervision.
• Supervise playgrounds and ensure student safety under teacher oversight.
• Maintain constant supervision for students prone to elopement.
• Redirect students who leave designated areas safely.
• Provide personal care including diapering and toileting assistance.
• Assist with transferring non-ambulatory students between wheelchairs and equipment.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Instructional Aide FY 26/27

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Job Details

Job ID: 5849308

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description

Special Education Instruction Aide

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED FOR HIRE: Level I IVP Fingerprint Card

The Special Education Paraprofessional provides essential support to students with diverse learning and physical needs. This role focuses on delivering instructional assistance, managing student behavior, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment. The position requires a high level of physical stamina and the ability to provide direct personal care while maintaining constant supervision of students to ensure their safety and well-being.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: There is a probationary period of (90) days. At the end of that time, the employee will be evaluated by his/her supervisors. If the evaluation is favorable, the employee will continue to work for the District. An unfavorable evaluation will result in termination.

Duties

• Provide instructional support with teacher’s supervision
• Supervise playground under teacher’s supervision
• Maintain constant supervision for students prone to elopement (wandering or running away).
• Quickly follow and safely redirect students who leave designated areas
• Provide personal care, including diapering and assisting with all aspects of toileting.
• Perform lifting and positioning of students onto changing tables.
• Assist non-ambulatory students with transfers between wheelchairs, standers, and other adaptive equipment.

General Job Requirements

• Must be punctual in all assignments
• Observe all district policies appropriate to this position
• Accept the responsibility of assigned tasks
• Comply with confidential guidelines
• Attend training sessions required by Administration
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move students or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending at the waist to engage with students at their level.
• Ability to remain active for extended periods in noisy or crowded environments and navigate various campus terrains (playgrounds, hallways, etc.).
• Demonstrated patience and empathy when working with students with special needs
• Perform other general duties as assigned

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15.70 to $16.80 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Alyssa North , Special Services Director
• Elementary School
• Phone: [phone] x6639
• Email: [e-mail]