Spracale Instructional Assistant Senior-Special Needs, Personal (SEALS, SPARK, PALS, PUPALS)

Spracale Elementary

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Spracale Elementary in Tempe, AZ seeks an Instructional Assistant Senior – Special Needs, Personal to support IEP goals, personal care, and behavior management under teacher supervision. You will assist classrooms, monitor student progress, and help with inclusion and material preparation.

Starting immediately, 189-day calendar, $15.50 per hour, with required safety training and potential certifications; Spanish language ability preferred.

Qualifications

Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
AA degree, or 60 credit hours, or ParaPro assessment as an option
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Three years experience with special needs students (preferred)
Able to obtain CPR, First Aid, CPI certifications
May require training in adaptive equipment
Spanish language ability preferred

Responsibilities

Assist teachers with instructions, materials, and setup
Help meet I.E.P. goals and include students in regular classrooms
Aid students with personal hygiene and use of eating utensils
Assist therapy staff and monitor student behavior as needed
Provide safe environment for special education students
Work with students one-on-one or in small groups
Prepare instructional materials and learning centers
Monitor and supervise students in classroom, playground, and cafeteria
Assist in administering district/state tests
Document student progress and adapt lessons as needed
Collaborate with teachers to ensure appropriate lessons
Organize teaching materials and file student work
Attend training and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Spanish language (preferred)

Behavior management

Communication with teachers

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA degree / 60 credits / ParaPro option

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience with special needs students

Certifications (CPR / First Aid / CPI) possible

Adaptive equipment training

Spanish language ability

Job description

Spracale Instructional Assistant Senior-Special Needs, Personal (SEALS, SPARK, PALS, PUPALS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900417
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Instructional Assistant Senior – Special Needs, Personal

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist special education teachers with individualized instruction. Implement each child’s individualized education plan (I.E.P.). Assist students with personal needs such as toiletry, feeding, adaptive equipment, etc. Monitor student behavior.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
An AA degree, or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment (preferred)
State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
Three (3) years of experience working with special needs children (preferred)
Ability to obtain certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR, and First Aid
Special training in the use of adaptive equipment (may be required upon hire)
Ability to speak fluent Spanish (preferred)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists teacher with instructions, creation of classroom materials and classroom set up.
Assist teacher in meeting individualized educational plan (I.E.P.) goals.
Assist and accompany student for inclusion in regular classroom.
Aid student with personal hygiene, including changing diapers and assisting with toilet training.
Assist students in proper use of eating utensils and cafeteria behavior.
Assist occupational therapist and speech therapist with teaching student as required.
Provide a safe environment for special education students in which to learn.
Works with students on a variety of subjects or in one-on-one or small group instruction.
Monitor and supervise students in classroom, playground and cafeteria settings; utilize District behavior modification program as needed.
Prepare instructional materials and visual aids; photo copies materials and documents.
Prepare workstations or learning centers for children to work on daily lessons.
Assist students with learning reading, writing and math skills.
Assist in administering District and State tests.
Assess student needs and modify lessons to provide appropriate help; document student progress.
Collaborate with teachers to ensure lessons are appropriate for student.
Organize and maintain teaching materials.
Organize and file student work; plan for daily activities to meet specific needs of each child.
May oversee class as required in teacher’s absence.
Attend educational training as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Knowledge of special education student needs
Knowledge of early childhood or adolescent learning methods and techniques
Knowledge of District policies and procedures affecting assigned work
Knowledge of District behavior modification program
Knowledge of reading readiness skills and strategies
Knowledge of testing procedures and State standards
Skill working with special education students
Skill assisting teachers with student learning
Skill monitoring and assisting students
Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Skill communicating orally and in writing
Skill utilizing classroom supplies and equipment
Skill in maintaining confidential files and records
Skill in administering tests
Ability to work with culturally diverse students

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Generally an indoor classroom setting

Position is exposed to infectious disease

Exposure to outside elements

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Position may require climbing, stooping, standing, walking, lifting, keyboarding, talking, hearing, and eyestrain, with repetitive motions.

Position may require lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying furniture, equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 - 35 pounds infrequently and may require assistance from other personnel.

Please note that the closing date for this posting may be changed at any time without prior notice.

WORK YEAR: 189 Days

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Elementary & Middle School

REPORTS TO: Principal

EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES: N/A

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.50 Per Hour

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