Young World Physical Education
Instructional Assistant Senior-Special Needs (SPARK) - Aguilar Elementary
Young World Physical Education, Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285
Instructional Assistant Senior‑Special Needs (SPARK) – Aguilar Elementary
Tempe School District No.3, Aguilar Elementary – Tempe, Arizona (Open in Google Maps)
Job Details Job ID:
5492134
Application Deadline:
Feb 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Re‑Posted:
Jan 10, 2026 7:00 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; photocopy 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.
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
Job Requirements Contact Information
Matthew Strauss, Principal
Aguilar Elementary
Phone: 480-897-2544
Email: matthew.strauss@tempeschools.org
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Job Details Job ID:
5492134
Application Deadline:
Feb 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Re‑Posted:
Jan 10, 2026 7:00 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; photocopy 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.
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
Job Requirements Contact Information
Matthew Strauss, Principal
Aguilar Elementary
Phone: 480-897-2544
Email: matthew.strauss@tempeschools.org
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