Exceptional Student Services Instructional Assistant

Basis Ed • Chandler, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Chandler Primary South is seeking an Exceptional Student Services Instructional Assistant to support Special Education, 504, and EL programs at the school site. The role helps maintain communication with parents, peers, and supervisors regarding exceptional student services and provides paraprofessional support to individual students.

The assistant supports students in general education settings and helps implement individualized education programs (IEPs) and 504 plans in collaboration with the ESS Coordinator and teaching staff. The position also includes instructional, supervisory, administrative, and recordkeeping duties. Salary is competitive and dependent on education and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card and/or satisfactory applicable state background check.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Passing score on the applicable paraprofessional exam.
• CPI or TACT-2.
• At least one year of experience with related special education job duties in a similar-sized school.

Responsibilities

• Plan implementation for students with special educational needs in general education settings, including classrooms, halls, lunchrooms, and playgrounds.
• Provide paraprofessional or one-on-one support to individual students as needed.
• Help the ESS Coordinator implement IEPs and 504 plans.
• Work collaboratively with the ESS Coordinator.
• Provide support to teaching staff.
• Collect and maintain paperwork associated with IEPs and 504 plans, ensuring confidentiality and integrity of student records and progress information.
• Perform administrative and clerical tasks to support the ESS Coordinator(s).
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance.
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students.
• Reinforce and reteach concepts introduced by special education teachers.
• Provide instructional interventions and academic support to individual students or small groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical insurance.
• Employer-paid dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Ability to add dependents to benefits coverage.
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare savings opportunity through a KinderCare tuition discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED