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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for cbt assistant in Arizona is $24.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.57 and $26.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CBT Assistants are professionals who support licensed mental health practitioners in delivering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) services. They often help with administrative tasks, patient intake, session preparation, and sometimes facilitate certain CBT exercises under supervision. Their role is to ensure therapy sessions run smoothly and that clients receive consistent support. CBT Assistants may work in clinics, hospitals, or private practices, and their responsibilities can vary depending on the setting and local regulations.

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To thrive as a CBT Assistant, you need a foundational understanding of cognitive behavioral therapy principles, mental health knowledge, and usually a relevant degree or certification in psychology or counseling. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and standardized assessment tools is also important. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and therapists are key soft skills for this role. These skills ensure effective support for clients and therapists, contributing to successful therapy outcomes and efficient mental health service delivery.

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CBT Assistants often encounter the challenge of encouraging client engagement, especially when clients are hesitant to discuss personal issues or complete assigned tasks between sessions. They must also balance providing support while maintaining professional boundaries and working under the supervision of licensed therapists. Additionally, CBT Assistants need to stay organized, as their role often involves managing documentation and following structured treatment plans. Building rapport with clients and collaborating effectively with the therapy team are key to overcoming these challenges.

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Infographic showing various Cbt Assistant job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,973 per year, or $25 per hour.

TEACHER, ESS SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS (CBT) 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (CBT)

Phoenix Union High School District 210

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Classroom Teacher/TEACHER, ESS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM
Date Posted:
5/14/2026
Location:
CARL HAYDEN HIGH SCHOOL
Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
PHOENIX
PXU
UNION
Equal Opportunity Employer
ESS Teacher - Specialized Programs
DEPARTMENT: Exceptional Student Services
SALARY SCHEDULE: Certified
LOCATION: School/Unit as Assigned
WORK YEAR: 9 months
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro-schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE} offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY:
The ESS teacher for Specialized Programs will work in a dedicated setting to meet the unique needs of exceptional learners. They will create a safe learning environment that accommodates individual student needs, providing instruction both inside and outside the general education setting. With expertise in exceptionalities including for students with significant cognitive disabilities, the teacher ensures access to challenging activities and materials in line with Board-approved curricula and in accordance with federal and state law and Board policy. They implement individualized special education services using district resources for specially designed instruction and collaborate effectively with administrators, service providers (including but not limited to SLP, OT, PT, Nurse, and/or BIS), families, and other stakeholders to advocate for student success. The teacher diligently monitors the academic and behavioral progress of students on their caseload and takes a proactive approach to collaborative problem-solving. This includes advocating for support and addressing students' needs in academics, social-emotional wellbeing, communication, and transition services. Our specialized programs consist of functional courses for students with moderate to severe disabilities, supporting in our Community-Based Training (CBT program), including students taking alternative assessments, and skills courses for students with mild to moderate disabilities supported in our Practical program. We also offer specialized classrooms for students with significant medical needs (THRIVE) and for students with significant sensory needs (STRIVE).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Designs, plans, and provides specially designed instruction based on individualized education programs (IEP).
  2. Collaborates with other professionals on how to implement accommodations and modifications based on IEPs.
  3. Coordinates with other certified and classified staff, such as, but not limited to, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, nurses, and instructional aides, to ensure that services are provided in accordance with an IEP.
  4. Designs specially designed instruction for students to have high-quality academic experiences aligned to the general education curricula but requiring significant adaptations due to the cognitive variabilities of students in the classroom.
  5. Assesses student learning by using appropriate formal and informal methods.
  6. Uses content knowledge and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively to foster student learning in a specialized setting.
  7. Uses district and state assessment data, predominantly the state alternate assessment due to students in the classroom, to improve instruction and place students in proper instructional and intervention programs.
  8. Administers state assessments, which may include alternative assessments.
  9. Keeps and maintains required records, such as IEP goals and short-term objectives, progress reports, parent/student communication logs, and IEP paperwork by deadlines.
  10. Reviews caseload to ensure that federal and state requirements are met in accordance with timelines for annual IEP meetings, progress reports, Extended School Year decisions, and implementation of transition services.
  11. Acts in accordance with PXU core values to communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
  12. Documents and resolves issues related to student behavior problems and attendance.
  13. Follows meeting agenda to lead annual IEP meetings for students on their caseload.
  14. Attends ongoing professional development and is willing to apply new evidence-based strategies to their teaching practices.
  15. Commits to be an active participant in a collaborative team to review data, engage in new strategies, and address needs identified by the group.
  16. Assumes legal responsibility for the supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school sponsored events.
  17. Supports and directs instructional assistants in collecting data on academic goals, behavioral support, and completion of activities of daily living.
  18. Develops, plans, and organizes community-based activities that align with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and goals. Activities may include work-based learning experiences, community outings, job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, and social skill development activities.
  19. Supervises and supports students during community-based activities, ensuring their safety, engagement, and active participation. Provide individualized assistance as needed to promote social skills, communication, and functional life skills.
  20. Other duties as assigned

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
  • Possess a bachelor's degree
  • Have experience working with students with disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, autism, and/or other areas of eligibility that require significantly adapted and modified curriculum.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of special services activities and related documents that conform to federal, state, and district guidelines.
  • Experience in training staff to implement services and paperwork to conform to federal, state, and district guidelines.

License and Certification Requirements:
  • Possess a Current Arizona Standard Secondary Teaching Certificate.
  • Possess a current certification in Special Education.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, county, city, and district statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to work with other professionals collaboratively to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Ability to identify effective accommodations and modifications, then work collaboratively to implement them in an inclusion setting based on student needs.
  • Ability to collaborate with others and advocate the need for best practices to support student learning.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors, students, parents, the public, and others having business with the school district.
  • Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
  • Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office and classroom environment.
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.
  • Highly Competitive Pay
  • Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
  • Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
  • Comprehensive Employee Benefits
  • Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
  • Paid Winter and Spring Breaks

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.
DIVISION:
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
Teaching & Learning
Site Administration
None
Action:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Effective Date:
New
WM, HH, LT, AS, LG
LT, MS, WM, EF
01/09/2025

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