Paraeducator Special Education - Resource
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onJohn M Andersen Junior High School, 1255, North Dobson Road, Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85224, United States
Chandler Unified School District has been named the Best School District in Arizona for 2026 by Niche.com. We are committed to providing a high-quality education where every student can succeed. Our core values of Excellence, Equity, Collaboration, Integrity, and Efficiency guide our daily operations and decision-making, ensuring we are good stewards of the public trust.
As a Paraeducator for Special Education (Learning Disability), you will provide essential instructional support under the supervision of a special education teacher. This role is designed to support students with varying high-incidence disabilities, including specific learning disabilities, speech-language disabilities, and other health impairments, within inclusion or resource settings.
Your day will involve reinforcing material and skills with individual students or small groups while assisting with their social-emotional development. You will help students build positive behaviors, navigate social situations, and adhere to behavioral plans to foster a productive learning environment. Safety and supervision are paramount; you will actively monitor students during all school activities, including emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, and lunch, reporting any concerns regarding student well-being immediately.
Beyond direct student support, you will help maintain a quiet and orderly classroom, communicate effectively with teachers regarding student progress or special needs, and collaborate as a flexible team member to support the overall objectives of the position. You will serve as a positive role model, interacting professionally and non-judgmentally with a diverse cross-section of students, staff, and parents.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and pass a satisfactory criminal background check. Certification in CPR/First Aid is required (certification is provided). The district values professional qualities such as reliability, punctuality, and the ability to function effectively as a team member. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate positive problem-solving skills and the ability to accept direction constructively.
Chandler Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity and fairness, ensuring that all students, staff, and patrons have the opportunity to succeed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Work model: On-site
John M Andersen Junior High School, 1255, North Dobson Road, Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85224, United States
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Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or higher in a like field for credit.