Substitute Teacher's Assistant (PRN) 2024/2025 School Year - Tuson, AZ (Intermountain Academy)

Looking to build a lasting career?  Join a team that is inclusive and embraces all individuals. Intermountain Centers is one of the largest statewide behavioral health and integrated care organizations in Arizona. What does building a lasting career look like?

• Top-level compensation packages
• Exceptional health, dental, and disability benefits
• Career and compensation advancement programs
• Student loan forgiveness programs
• 401k company match
• Bilingual pay differential
• Holiday, PTO and employer paid life insurance
• Clinical licensure supervision and reimbursement
• Evidence-based treatment approaches, training, and supervision
• One of the first fully vaccinated COVID-19 workplaces in Arizona

Intermountain Centers and its statewide affiliates, Community Partners Integrated Healthcare, Pinal Hispanic Council, Intermountain Health Center, Intermountain Foster Care, Behavioral Consultation Services and MHRI Housing are currently recruiting career-minded individuals interested in opportunities within the largest adult and child service continuum in Arizona.

General Summary:  The Substitute Teacher's Assistant provides school-based educational, behavioral, and self-care services to individuals who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders at Intermountain Academy on a PRN basis based on need.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responds calls/messages from school staff when a teacher or teacher’s assistant will be absent and coverage is needed.  
• Accepts substitute teacher assistant hours based on Intermountain Academy’s need.  
• Supports in elementary and/or CORE classrooms throughout the school day.  
• Assists with and teaches academic subjects, behavioral and personal care goals. 
• Promotes student’s involvement in academics, skills training, socialization, communication, and setting goals. 
• Completes daily behavior data sheets. 
• Ensures students’ health/safety while promoting independence. 
• Observes students’ behavior to ensure safety and address needs. 
• Notifies supervisor of all incidents/accidents and completes related required paperwork. 
• Maintains professionalism at all times. 
• Understands and adheres to all Academy and agency policies. 
• Completes all required training, or as requested by supervisor. 
• Maintains an approved schedule and acceptable level of attendance. 
• Performance other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the general nature of the position. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – High School diploma/GED required; Associates degree preferred. 
• Experience – Experience working with special education population preferred. 
• Certification – Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred. 

REGULATORY:

• Minimum 18 years of age. 
• Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). 
• CPR, First Aid, AED certification, if required (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment). 
• Current, valid Arizona Driver’s License and 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration liability insurance to meet insurance requirements, if required. 
• Initial current negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides). 

Questions about this position? Contact us at HR@ichd.net.

ICHD is an equal opportunity employer.  ICHD does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, claims experience, medical history, physical or intellectual disability, ability to pay, source of payment, mental illness, and/or cultural and linguistic needs, as well as any other class protected by law.