Paraeducator IV/V - SPED
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEast Ash Road, Mohave County, Arizona, United States
About the Role
Paraeducator IV/V positions support the 2026-2027 school year within special education classrooms across the district. Working under the direct supervision of a special education teacher, this role provides essential general classroom support or dedicated one-on-one assistance to students. The position is designed to help students meet their individual educational goals while adhering to their specific I.E.P. guidelines.
Day in the Life
You will be the teacher's right hand, reinforcing material and skills introduced during instruction. Your day involves a dynamic mix of tasks, from distributing materials and creating classroom displays to assisting students with physical, emotional, and educational needs. You may provide daily care support, including toileting and special feeding, and work with students facing severe behavior challenges. Beyond the classroom, you will supervise students during emergency drills, assemblies, lunch periods, field trips, and after-school activities.
Hiring Process & Requirements
Candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. First Aid/CPR certification and/or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training may be required. The role is an at-will position offering medical benefits, scheduled as a 9-month, 32-hour per week commitment (8 hours/day, Monday through Thursday).
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all students and staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Work location
Work model: On-site
East Ash Road, Mohave County, Arizona, United States
Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInstruct individual students or small groups to reinforce material introduced by the teacher
- check_circleProvide one-on-one assistance to students requiring daily care such as toileting and feeding
- check_circleAssist with assessments, grading papers, and completing records under teacher supervision
- check_circleAssist students with physical, emotional, and educational needs per IEP guidelines
- check_circleAlert the teacher to any problems or special information regarding students
- check_circleDevelop and create bulletin boards, signs, borders, and classroom displays
- check_circleDistribute and collect workbooks, papers, and instructional materials
- check_circleSupervise students during emergency drills, assemblies, meals, field trips, and after-school activities
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or equivalent
- verifiedAA degree, 60 college credits from an accredited university, or satisfactory results on an Arizona state-approved competency exam (ParaPro)
- verifiedMust be able to pass a criminal background check
- verifiedMust obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
- verifiedMay require First Aid/CPR certification
- verifiedMay require Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training
Nice to Have
Working with students or children.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleEligible for medical benefits
