Substitute Teacher Assistant

at Show Low School District in Show Low, Arizona, United States

Job Description

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
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• 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:

• $15.15 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

Work Environment:

• 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.