SPED Paraprofessional (Camelback) 2026-2027
- Compensation
- $16–$17 / hr
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Education
- Posted
Must have
- High school diploma or GED
- Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred
- Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning needs
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow individualized student support plans and teacher direction
- Ability to remain patient, professional, and supportive in challenging situations
- Commitment to supporting students in Title I and multilingual learner communities
- Ability to maintain a positive, professional, and student-centered environment
Nice to have
- Previous experience as a special education paraprofessional, teacher assistant, instructional aide, or classroom support staff
- Experience working with students with disabilities or diverse learning needs
- Experience implementing behavioral or academic interventions
- Familiarity with IEPs, accommodations, and special education services
- Experience working in a Title I or high-need school environment
- Experience supporting English Language Learners
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred
Full description
We're excited to provide the best education in the best environment to our students!
Academies of Math and Science – Camelback Campus
SPED Paraprofessional (Special Education Teacher’s Assistant)
Location: 6633 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033
Start Date: 2026–2027 School Year
Compensation: $15.50 – $17.00 per hour, DOE
Position Overview
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K–8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities.
AMS is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and dependable SPED Paraprofessional to support scholars with disabilities and assist special education teachers in creating a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
The ideal candidate is patient, collaborative, and passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs reach their academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals. This position works closely with special education teachers, classroom teachers, related service providers, and campus leadership to provide individualized support and help implement student accommodations and services.
Key Responsibilities
Special Education & Instructional Support
- Assist special education teachers with daily instructional activities and classroom lessons
- Provide individualized and small-group academic support to scholars with disabilities
- Reinforce instruction and assist students with assignments, classroom activities, and learning tasks
- Support accommodations and instructional strategies outlined in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Assist scholars in accessing the general education curriculum and participating in classroom activities
- Monitor student progress and communicate observations to special education teachers
- Assist with preparing instructional materials, adapted resources, and classroom supports
- Encourage students to develop independence and self-advocacy skills
Student & Behavioral Support
- Provide academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional support based on individual student needs
- Help maintain a safe, positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment
- Support classroom routines, procedures, and behavioral expectations
- Implement positive behavior support strategies as directed by special education staff
- Assist with preventative intervention and de-escalation strategies when appropriate
- Support students during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, field trips, and other school activities as assigned