Special Education Instructional Assistant-Bethune Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time with benefits

Job summary

Phoenix Elementary School District #1 seeks a Special Education Instructional Assistant at Bethune Elementary to support teachers and students in small groups or one-to-one settings. The district requires CPR/First Aid certification and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, with a high school diploma or GED.

An associate degree or ParaPro/WorkKeys results are preferred. Salary placement range is from $17.27 to $20.47 per hour, depending on education and experience, and the position is

Qualifications

• Requires ability to assist teachers in planning, materials prep, and small-group instruction.
• Must pass CPR/First Aid and Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Preferred: associate degree or two years of college; ParaPro/WorkKeys assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and materials.
• Provide individualized or small-group instruction to reinforce skills.
• Supervise and support students in activities and transitions.
• Assist with feeding, lifting, toileting, or dressing as needed.
• Attend trainings and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Skills

Patience with children

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Ability to lift wheelchair students

Education

Associate's Degree or 60 sem hours/ParaPro or WorkKeys

High school diploma or GED

CPI training preferred

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

ParaPro or WorkKeys assessment

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant-Bethune Elementary

Special Education Instructional Assistant-Bethune Elementary

Phoenix Elementary School District #1 BETHUNE - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Phoenix Elementary School District #1

Job Details

Job ID: 5878774
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 30, 2026

Job Description

Salary placement range= $17.27 to $20.47 per hour, depending on the level of education and experience.

This is a full-time position with benefits. 4 Vacancies.

All applicants must have current CPR and First Aid certification

and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

JOB SUMMARY :

The Instructional Assistant assists the teachers in a variety ofways to implement the instructional program, including working directly with children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional duties may be assigned.

• Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriateto the positionand assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
• Assists teacher as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Conducts learning games with students according to established procedures.
• Supervision and instruction of children; copying, cutting, coloring, etc., to construct materials and bulletin boards.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher.
• Serves snacks and lunches as necessary.
• Attends workshops as directed.
• Must be able to lift wheelchair students.
• Assists teacher with student needs; may include feeding, lifting, assistance with toileting and/or dressing, and other learning activities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises children in the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To performthis job successfully, an individual must beable to performeach essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodationsmay bemade to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent of two (2) years’ college education (60 Semester Hours) or passing test results from the ParaProor WorkKeysassessment is required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prefer prior experience working with Special Education children.
• Must carry and maintain a current CPR and First Aid certification.
• CPI training preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to write reports business correspondence, etc.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside of the District.
• Possesses and successfully uses the following skills:
• Ability to work with individuals and groups of students to support academics and behavior management.
• Must have patience working with children.
• Ability to learn new skills, flexibility, and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and complete assignments given.
• Ability to establishand maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and staff members.
• Is self-directed and works without direct supervision.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule from.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to accurately perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board Policies.
• Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Must be able to restrain students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties