Special Education Support Specialist

Amphi Public Schools; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphi Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to assist the special education teacher by providing individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance for students aged 6 to 22 with diverse needs. Regular attendance is essential to perform the duties of this position.

Must have a high school diploma or GED, an associate degree or higher, 60 credit hours, and pass a skills assessment such as ParaPro or ACT WorkKeys.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• An Associate's or higher degree.
• At least two years of study (equaling 60 or more credit hours) at an institution of higher education.
• Passing score on a skills assessment (ParaPro, ACT Workkeys or Master Teacher's Para Educator Learning Network).
• Possession of CPR and First Aid training certificate upon recommendation for hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists the special education teacher in providing individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance for special education students ranging in ages from 6 to 22, who are mentally, physically or emotionally disabled, or who may have multiple disabilities. Regular attendance is necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Education

Associate's or higher degree

60 credit hours (at least)

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid training

Job description

Amphi Public Schools in Arizona seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to assist the special education teacher by providing individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance for students aged 6 to 22 with diverse needs. Regular attendance is essential to perform the duties of this position.

Must have a high school diploma or GED, an associate degree or higher, 60 credit hours, and pass a skills assessment such as ParaPro or ACT WorkKeys.