Substitute Teacher Assistant

Show Low Unified School District; United States; On-site; USD 16,706 - 23,794; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is looking for a Substitute Instructional Assistant – Special Education/Preschool to support classroom instruction in the absence of a regular paraprofessional. The role involves assisting with student learning, behavior support, and individual needs including personal care. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and provide three professional references. Compensation is $14.70 per hour, with responsibilities including student supervision and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must submit three professional references with email addresses.
• Copies of required documents must be uploaded at the time of application submission.
• Incomplete applications will be closed after 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist individual students or small groups in reinforcing instructional material or IEP goals.
• Support student learning through enrichment, remediation, or independent activities.
• Supervise student testing, grade work, and perform assigned clerical tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.
• Assist with student needs during lunch, snack, recess, and cleanup routines.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 6/26/2025
• Location: Multiple Locations

Position Title: Substitute Instructional Assistant – Special Education/Preschool
Department: Substitute Services
Reports To: Building Principal, Classroom Teacher, and District Substitute Specialist
Location: Show Low Unified School District

Position Summary:

The Substitute Instructional Assistant – Special Education/Preschool supports classroom instruction in the absence of a regularly assigned paraprofessional. This position assists with student learning, behavior support, daily routines, and individual student needs, including those related to IEP goals and personal care.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Three professional references (must include email addresses)

Copies of required documents must be uploaded at the time of application submission

Incomplete applications will be closed after 30 days

Terms of Employment:

As Needed

Daily Assignment Compensation:

$14.70 per hour

Performance Responsibilities:

Assist individual students or small groups in reinforcing instructional material or IEP goals

Support student learning through enrichment, remediation, or independent activities

Supervise student testing, grade work, and perform clerical tasks as assigned

Alert the classroom teacher to concerns regarding students’ behavior or progress

Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics

Assist with student needs during lunch, snack, recess, and cleanup routines

Support students with personal hygiene and toileting needs, including diapering

Operate and maintain classroom equipment and assistive technology

Provide supervision and support in various school settings

Refer all parent inquiries to the classroom teacher immediately

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising staff or administration

Physical Demands:

Frequent standing, sitting, bending, and moving across campus

Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds

Visual abilities required: close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment

Typical school environment with moderate noise levels

May require working with students with significant physical or behavioral needs

Reasonable accommodations available in accordance with ADA

Note: This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities or duties. Assignments may change to meet the needs of the district.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:28:41 PM CST.