Special Education Paraprofessional

Sonoran-Schools-; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Health savings account

Job summary

Sonoran Science Academy Phoenix is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year to support students with diverse needs in a STEM-focused charter setting.

The role includes assisting individual students, delivering small-group interventions, recording behavior, supporting crisis moments, and implementing instructional programs under the teacher's guidance at the Phoenix campus, Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• One of the following:
• Associate’s degree or higher;
• Completed 60 or more college credit hours (100-level coursework and above);
• or a passing score on an ADE-approved assessment (ETS Paraprofessional Assessment, ACT WorkKeys, or Master Teacher’s ParaEducator Learning Network).

Responsibilities

• Assisting individual students in performing activities initiated by the teacher, including helping students get started and supporting organizational needs.
• Providing instructional support for small groups or individuals while the teacher works with other students.
• Delivering interventions and tutoring as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Assisting the ESS teacher and administrators in observing, recording, and charting student behavior.
• Supporting teachers with crisis situations and behavior management.
• Carrying out instructional programs designed by the teacher.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

60+ college credit hours

ADE-approved assessment passing score

Job description

Sonoran Science Academy Phoenix is a STEM-focused public charter school providing a rigorous, college-prep education through a challenging curriculum and continuous assessment. SSA has an opening for a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. We are committed to nurturing a school community where students are inspired and staff are encouraged to grow professionally and collaborate. We are looking for dedicated staff who are passionate about student learning and have the ability to impact the whole child.

Your Role Will Include

• Assisting individual students in performing activities initiated by the teacher, including helping students get started and supporting organizational needs.
• Providing instructional support for small groups or individuals while the teacher works with other students.
• Delivering interventions and tutoring as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Assisting the ESS teacher and administrators in observing, recording, and charting student behavior.
• Supporting teachers with crisis situations and behavior management.
• Carrying out instructional programs designed by the teacher.

Qualifications

• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• One of the following:

Associate’s degree or higher;

Completed 60 or more college credit hours (100-level coursework and above);

or a passing score on an ADE-approved assessment (ETS Paraprofessional Assessment, ACT WorkKeys, or Master Teacher’s ParaEducator Learning Network).

Salary and Benefits

• Pay: $17.00 to $19.00 per hour.
• Competitive medical insurance with employer contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match (pre-tax and Roth options).
• Health savings account.

Location & Shift Times

• Sonoran Science Academy, Phoenix, AZ 85008. In-person.
• Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM, Full Time.

Sonoran Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.