Special Education Instructional Assistant

Position Title: SPED Instructional Assistant

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Teacher or Principal

Position Description: Assists teacher in planning and delivering educational instruction.

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Essential Functions:

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering educational instruction using the most efficient and effective methodology for the students assigned.

• Provide corrective feedback to students, and re-teach as necessary, to ensure that the students have mastered the objectives.

• Collaborate and clearly communicate with parents/guardians, and other educators to assist the students.

• Implement modifications in a student’s education plan that as required.

• Utilize preventive discipline methodology with assigned students.

• Demonstrate an understanding of the Imagine Schools Six Measures of Excellence in the execution of duties.

• Model positive character virtues and habits. Assist students in developing positive moral and performance character attributes.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/School Leader.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree.

• Licenses & Certifications: State certification and endorsement in assigned area.

• Experience: Pre-service experience required for certification.

• Knowledge, Ability & Skills: Good oral, written and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of theory and practice of student learning styles. Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations and statutes. Ability to remain pleasant and calm under sometimes-stressful circumstances. Ability to communicate cooperatively and constructively with other staff, students and parents in a multi-cultural environment. Computer skills including word processing, database, spreadsheet and graphics.

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Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the standard required for each essential function. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all assigned duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ 85035 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85035: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18