Special Education Support Specialist

About the Employer

Paraeducator Special Education - Learning Disability (Inclusion/Resource)

Job Title

Paraeducator Special Education - Learning Disability (Inclusion/Resource)

Calendar

Full time: 1902 ft/184 work days, 11 paid holidays

Employment Type

Full-time, 6.5 hours per day

Minimum Entry

$17.32

Benefits

PTO, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance, wellness, professional growth credit

Performance Pay

Up to $600 available annually

New Hire Experience Credit

Starting hourly rate will be determined based on experience in a full-time, paid job with like duties held in the previous 10 years. 1% per year starting in year 2, not to exceed the max hiring range of 5%

New Hire Education Credit

Associates degree or higher in a like field may be considered for a 1% increase, combined with experience not to exceed 5% in addition to starting hourly rate for position.

Job Title: Chandler Unified School District

Classification

Support Staff

Job Goal

Provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individual education plan (IEP).
A paraeducator will provide support to students with varying high-incidence disabilities (i.e., specific learning disabilities, speech-language disabilities, other health impairments, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent Associate’s degree, or 60 college credits, or a passing score on the Parapro Exam (exam is provided by the district at no cost to the employee) CPR/First Aid certification (provided) Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software Satisfactory criminal background check

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to Exert

Ability to exert 10-30 lbs. of force, to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects Manual dexterity to operate business-related equipment Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions

Student Support & Instructional Reinforcement

Reinforce material and skills by working with individual students or small groups. Assist with assessments and data collection under the supervision of the teacher.

Social-Emotional Development

Assist students with their social and emotional needs, helping them build positive behaviors and navigate social situations. Implement behavioral plans and strategies to foster a productive and positive learning environment.

Supervision & Safety

Actively supervise students during all school activities, including emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, and lunch. You are responsible for students' well-being and safety. Report any potential concerns, such as substance use or dangerous situations, based on your daily observations.

Classroom Operations

Help maintain a quiet and orderly classroom. Assist with creating bulletin boards and other classroom displays and properly care for all school equipment.

Communication & Confidentiality

Alert the teacher to any student problems or special information. Translate, both orally and in writing, for students, parents, and staff when needed. Maintain the confidentiality of all student and staff information.

Flexibility & Teamwork

Be flexible and perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the position.

Core Values

Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product. Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel. Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model. Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization. Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities

Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner Function effectively as a team member Be responsible, reliable, and punctual Be flexible and adaptable to change Positively accept direction Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis Be a positive role model for students Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements: Working with Students with Special Needs

Mobility and Movement: Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, and sit. The role involves repetitive finger and manual dexterity.
Sensory and Communication: Requires the ability to speak, hear, and see (with correction) to perform essential job functions.
Physical Exertion:
* Occasionally: Lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
* Frequently: Lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
* Constantly: Lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

Employees may be exposed to various environmental factors such as odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, bloodborne pathogens, and loud noises.

Note

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the school/department.

Updated 9/2/25