Special Education Teaching Assistant

Amphi Public Schools; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Amphitheater Unified School District seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to assist a special education teacher in delivering individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance for students aged 6 to 22 with varying disabilities. Regular attendance is essential to perform the role's duties.

You will help implement instructional activities, monitor student progress, and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment in collaboration with licensed staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and an associate's degree or higher.
• At least two years of study (60 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).
• CPR and First Aid certification upon recommendation for hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in providing individualized instruction.
• Provide supportive classroom assistance for students aged 6–22 with various disabilities.
• Maintain regular attendance to perform duties.

Skills

ParaPro

Skills assessment

Education

Associate's degree or higher

60 college credits (2 years of study)

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

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.

PositionDetails

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or GED and;
• An Associate's or higher degree or;
• At least two years of study(equaling 60 or more credit hours) at an institution of higher education or;
• 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

Full job description here.

Amphitheater Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/religious beliefs, gender, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, citizenship status, marital status, political beliefs/affiliation, disability, home language, family, social or cultural background in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies are handled at 701 W. Wetmore Road, Tucson, Arizona 85705 by the Equity & Safety Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator, [phone], [e-mail], or the Executive Director of Student Services, [phone], [e-mail].