Special Education Teaching Assistant

Amphitheater Public Schools·Tucson, Arizona

$16 - $16/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 4 days ago

Practice for this role

Special Education Teaching Assistant · $16 - $16/hr

How this role compares

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-1% vs. median posted rate for teaching assistant roles in Tucson, Arizona ($15.90/hr)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted teaching assistant roles in Tucson, Arizona rates. This role sits in the 18th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% below the Tucson, Arizona median for teaching assistant roles.

The teaching assistant provides individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance to special education students aged 6 to 22. They work under the guidance of a special education teacher to support students with various physical, mental, or emotional disabilities.

Assists the special education teacher in providing individualized instruction and supportive classroom assistance for special education students ranging in ages from 6 to 22, who are mentally, physically or emotionally disabled, or who may have multiple disabilities. Regular attendance is necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Details

REQUIRED: High school diploma or GED and; An Associate's or higher degree or; At least two years of study (equaling 60 or more credit hours) at an institution of higher education or; Passing score on a skills assessment (ParaPro, ACT Workkeys or Master Teacher's Para Educator Learning Network) Possession of CPR and First Aid training certificate upon recommendation for hire Full job description here. Amphitheater Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/religious beliefs, gender, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, citizenship status, marital status, political beliefs/affiliation, disability, home language, family, social or cultural background in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies are handled at 701 W. Wetmore Road, Tucson, Arizona 85705 by the Equity & Safety Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator, (520) 696-5164, TitleIXCoordinator@amphi.com, or the Executive Director of Student Services, (520) 696-5230, studentservices@amphi.com.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, along with an associate degree, two years of college study, or a passing score on a skills assessment. Additionally, the role requires a valid CPR and First Aid training certificate upon hire.

high school
associate degree
CPR
Student Support
First Aid
Special Education
Classroom Assistance
Individualized Instruction

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $16 - $16/hr
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Posted: Aug 24, 2026
Application: Employer website

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