Paraeducator Classroom Instructional Health Aide (ABLE) 2627

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CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT HOURLY

JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONAL HEALTH AIDE MODERATE TO SEVERE DISABILITIES (ABLE)

CALENDAR: 1802PT OR 1902PT (9 MONTH)

SALARY: GRADE 109 (SUPPORT HOURLY)

HOURS PER DAY: 6.5

Job Goal:

Provide instructional support under the supervision of the special education teacher in a special education environment or as required by an individualized education plan (IEP); and provide support to students with moderate to severe cognitive and/or physical needs in a specialized classroom

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus an Associates Degree or 60 semester hours from an accredited university or satisfactory results on an AZ state-approved competency exam
• CPR/First Aid (certification provided)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Meet the physical demands as described below

Core Job Functions:

• Instruct within proximity to the teacher individual students or small groups of students to reinforce material or skills initially introduced by the teacher
• Translate when required (both oral and written) for parents students staff and others
• Assist students requiring support in addressing personal care needs due to a severe medical condition and/or physical limitations (e.g. toileting feeding dressing suctioning tube feeding and emergency rescue medication etc.) for the purpose of allowing students to function in a school environment
• Implement under direction behavioral plans developed by a team consisting of parent and school personnel for the purpose of assisting students in modifying behaviors that conflict with a positive academic and social environment
• Assist students with various physical emotional and academic needs adhering to the guidelines of the students I.E.P
• Assist with emergency rescue medications if necessary
• Assist in the provision of services in a small group or one-on-one
• Administer immediate basic first aid and medical assistance for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill medically fragile and/or injured students
• Assist with assessments and data collection under the supervision of the certified teacher
• Operate and care for equipment used for instructional purposes
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills assemblies play periods lunch periods and field trips
• Alert the teacher to any problem or special information about a student
• Participate in meetings and in-service training as required for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving knowledge and skills beneficial to assisting in the classroom
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed
• Be flexible and perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor
• Accept responsibility for students well-being and safety while they are in the employees care
• Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use child abuse or dangerous situation based upon daily observation
• Assist in maintaining a quiet and orderly classroom environment
• Follow district policies as outlined
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisors

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. We are supported by our community 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
• Establish and 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.
• General: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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

Required Experience:

IC