Instructional Assistant Special Education II - Self-Contained - Falcon Hill Elem
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Instructional Assistant Special Education II – Self‑Contained – Falcon Hill Elementary School
Position located at Mesa USD 4 Falcon Hill Elementary School, Mesa, Arizona.
Job ID:
5673808
Application Deadline:
April 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted:
April 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Employment Type:
Full-time (32.5 hours per week)
Base Hourly:
$19.64
Class/Calendar:
B21, 9.25 months
Benefits:
Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten‑year maximum
New Hire Education:
1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position
Job Summary
To assist, under the direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing the Individual Education Plans; to assist students in performing their academic, daily living, and health care activities; to relieve the teacher of routine clerical tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver classroom work/homework and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring, and guided practice under teacher’s direction.
Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of classroom environment.
Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed.
Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression.
Respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy.
Perform and provide support tasks in accordance with district procedures as required based on student need, including but not limited to:
Behavior management techniques for elopement behavior both on and off campus.
District‑identified behavior management strategies (A.S.P.E.N.).
Physical interventions when the student presents as a danger to self or others.
Transfers and/or lifts for non‑ambulatory students to assist in daily activities.
Tube feeding.
Diapering (may require use of Hoyer hydraulic lift).
Seizure intervention.
Aerosol generating procedures.
Assistance with personal care needs due to severe medical condition or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning).
Accompany students as they transition across campus.
Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate social peer interactions.
Maintain classroom and student equipment.
Model professional, safe, responsible, and respectful behavior.
Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials.
Participate in meetings to share information and improve skills and knowledge.
Maintain regular, on‑time attendance.
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Assist with other duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge.
Previous experience and record of effectiveness in similar roles.
Skills & Competencies
Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career, and community.
Ability and willingness to work with special education students requiring specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals.
Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in stressful situations.
Computer proficiency including basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to organize and prioritize and to follow classroom guidelines as set by the teacher.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Works closely with special education teachers, general education staff, therapists, and administrators.
May be in resource rooms, inclusion settings, or self‑contained classrooms.
Supports students with disabilities, which may include intellectual, developmental, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Each day can vary based on student needs, schedules, behavior, and support plans.
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and kneel frequently throughout the day.
May need to lift or assist students with physical disabilities, including transferring students to and from wheelchairs, standing frames, or other equipment (commonly 25–50 lbs, but sometimes more).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.
Position Type
Full‑Time
Salary
$19.64 Per Hour
Job Categories
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
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Position located at Mesa USD 4 Falcon Hill Elementary School, Mesa, Arizona.
Job ID:
5673808
Application Deadline:
April 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted:
April 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Employment Type:
Full-time (32.5 hours per week)
Base Hourly:
$19.64
Class/Calendar:
B21, 9.25 months
Benefits:
Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New Hire Experience:
1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten‑year maximum
New Hire Education:
1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position
Job Summary
To assist, under the direct supervision of certified teachers and specialists, in monitoring and instruction of special education students implementing the Individual Education Plans; to assist students in performing their academic, daily living, and health care activities; to relieve the teacher of routine clerical tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver classroom work/homework and/or reinforce classroom objectives, tutoring, and guided practice under teacher’s direction.
Assist the development of instructional materials and maintenance of classroom environment.
Assist in the collection of data on academic and behavior goals as instructed.
Implement positive behavior intervention plans for students who display challenging behaviors including verbal and physical aggression.
Respond to problem behaviors according to the student’s positive behavior intervention plan and district crisis intervention policy.
Perform and provide support tasks in accordance with district procedures as required based on student need, including but not limited to:
Behavior management techniques for elopement behavior both on and off campus.
District‑identified behavior management strategies (A.S.P.E.N.).
Physical interventions when the student presents as a danger to self or others.
Transfers and/or lifts for non‑ambulatory students to assist in daily activities.
Tube feeding.
Diapering (may require use of Hoyer hydraulic lift).
Seizure intervention.
Aerosol generating procedures.
Assistance with personal care needs due to severe medical condition or physical limitations (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing, suctioning).
Accompany students as they transition across campus.
Monitor individual and/or small student groups in classroom and/or on the playground to maintain a safe and positive learning environment; facilitate social peer interactions.
Maintain classroom and student equipment.
Model professional, safe, responsible, and respectful behavior.
Perform general clerical tasks to support the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials.
Participate in meetings to share information and improve skills and knowledge.
Maintain regular, on‑time attendance.
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Assist with other duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge.
Previous experience and record of effectiveness in similar roles.
Skills & Competencies
Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career, and community.
Ability and willingness to work with special education students requiring specialized instruction to meet academic, social, and behavior goals.
Ability to work well with students, staff and parents; good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well in stressful situations.
Computer proficiency including basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to organize and prioritize and to follow classroom guidelines as set by the teacher.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Works closely with special education teachers, general education staff, therapists, and administrators.
May be in resource rooms, inclusion settings, or self‑contained classrooms.
Supports students with disabilities, which may include intellectual, developmental, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Each day can vary based on student needs, schedules, behavior, and support plans.
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and kneel frequently throughout the day.
May need to lift or assist students with physical disabilities, including transferring students to and from wheelchairs, standing frames, or other equipment (commonly 25–50 lbs, but sometimes more).
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti‑discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.
Position Type
Full‑Time
Salary
$19.64 Per Hour
Job Categories
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
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