Paraeducator Special Education - Resource

Paraeducator Special Education - Resource Chandler USD 80 CTA FREEDOM CAMPUS – Gilbert, Arizona Job Details Employment type: Part‑time, 2 hours per day. Starting date: Immediately. Starting hourly rate: $17.32 per hour. Calendar: 1902 FT. Benefits: PTO, holidays, wellness, professional growth credit. Performance pay: Available annually. New hire experience credit: Starting hourly rate adjusted based on experience in a full‑time, paid role with similar duties in the previous 10 years (1% per year starting in year 2, capped at 5%). New hire education credit: Associates degree or higher in a related field may qualify for a 1% increase, combined with experience credit, capped at 5%. Job Goal Provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individual education plan (IEP). A paraeducator supports students with varying high‑incidence disabilities (e.g., specific learning disabilities, speech‑language disabilities, other health impairments). Core Job Functions Student Support & Instruction: Reinforce material and skills by working with individual students or small groups. Social‑Emotional Development: Assist students with their social and emotional needs, helping them build positive behaviors and navigate social situations. Support behavioral plans and strategies to foster a productive and positive learning environment. Supervision & Safety: Actively supervise students during all school activities, including emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, and lunch. Report any potential concerns, such as substance use or dangerous situations, based on daily observations. Classroom Operations: Help maintain a quiet and orderly classroom. Communication & Confidentiality: Alert the teacher to any student problems or special information. Flexibility & Teamwork: Be flexible and perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. CPR/First Aid certification (provided). Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software. Satisfactory criminal background check. Ability to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects 10–30 lbs. Manual dexterity to operate business‑related equipment. Vision and hearing adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner. Professional Qualities Respond to all internal and external customers promptly, efficiently, friendly, and patiently. Function effectively as a team member. Be responsible, reliable, and punctual. Be flexible and adaptable to change. Accept direction positively. Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents. Provide constructive feedback to improve the district. Use positive problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills. Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job. Share sensitive student and staff information on a need‑to‑know basis. Serve as a positive role model for students. Work professionally with a large cross‑section of people in a non‑judgmental manner. Physical Requirements Mobility and Movement: Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit. Role involves repetitive finger and manual dexterity. Sensory and Communication: Requires speaking, hearing, and seeing (with correction) to perform essential functions. Physical Exertion: Occasionally: Lift or move objects up to 50 lbs. Frequently: Lift or move objects up to 20 lbs. Constantly: Lift or move objects up to 10 lbs. Work Environment: There may be exposure to odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises. Assist students with toileting and personal hygiene as directed by the classroom teacher. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Core Values Excellence in all we do. Equity and fairness in all things. Collaboration as an effective decision‑making and morale‑enhancing model. Integrity: honesty, reliability, and non‑negotiable standards. Efficiency: prudent use of public resources. Updated 9/2/25 #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education