Education Jobs in Arizona

Salary:
$16.64 per hour - commensurate with experience

Terms/Benefits:
2026-2027 School Year

10 month position - 6.5 hours per day
Major medical, hospitalization, dental, income protection, and term life

General Information:

Assists the teacher in the implementation of classroom academics, classroom management, and vocational needs. Assists in student growth and helps students achieve the highest level of education possible. Emphasis is on the para-professional aspects of the job, performed under close to moderate supervision.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• Additional training in child psychology, classroom management, special education needs, or other related areas of study is desired.

• Must possess an Associate's degree or 60 semester hours of coursework documented on an official transcript from an accredited institution of higher education; or pass a formal state assessment such as Master Teacher's Para Educator Learning Network (Parapro test paid for and administered by the district).

• General clerical experience desired.

• First aid and CPR training required.

Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Excel and Word.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Skills in human relations.

• Knowledge and understanding of students with special needs.

• Ability to maintain discipline standards.

• Willingness to attend conferences, in-service workshops, and classes to upgrade and update skills.

• General clerical skills, primarily typing, filing, and data entry.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.

• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.

• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.

• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response.

• Must possess time management skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in formulating individualized student programs.

• Assists and supports teachers in classroom planning, preparation, implementation, and management.

• Assists with documentation associated with individualized programs.

• Helps each child develop social and work skills.

• Assists in implementation of individual student objectives and goals identified in program.

• May accompany teacher on home visits or homebound instruction.

• Participates in total school functions and activities.

• Assists in cafeteria and playground supervision.

NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flowing Wells School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Flowing Wells School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including sexual harassment as described in the District’s policies concerning sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities or employment policies as required by federal law. The District abides by federal laws regarding people with disabilities. If you have a special need, reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries regarding compliance with any of the above may be directed to Flowing Wells School District’s Human Resources Department; or to the Director of the Office For Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Federal Office Building, 1244 Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582.