Special Education Paraeducator - Student Support & Growth

Chandler Unified School District; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Retirement match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Wellness

Job summary

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a Paraeducator for Special Education (Learning Disability, Inclusion/Resource) to provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher. You will assist students with varying disabilities in a structured environment and help with IEP goals.

Calendar includes 1902 FT / 1802 PT (9-month) options; starting at $17.32/hour with competitive benefits such as PTO, holidays, retirement, health and life insurance, and wellness credits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Title 1 schools may require an associate degree or 60 semester hours and a district-administered parapro exam.
• CPR/First Aid certification provided by the district.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and computer software.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually or in small groups to reinforce material and skills.
• Assist with social-emotional development and behavior plans to foster a positive learning environment.
• Actively supervise students during activities and emergencies; report concerns.
• Help maintain a quiet, orderly classroom and support teacher with daily tasks.
• Communicate student needs and confidential information to the teacher.
• Be flexible, work as part of a team, and take on other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stamina/Physical endurance

Teamwork

Observation skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (Title 1)

Associate's degree or 60 semester hours (Title 1)

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a Paraeducator for Special Education (Learning Disability, Inclusion/Resource) to provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher. You will assist students with varying disabilities in a structured environment and help with IEP goals.

Calendar includes 1902 FT / 1802 PT (9-month) options; starting at $17.32/hour with competitive benefits such as PTO, holidays, retirement, health and life insurance, and wellness credits.