2026/27 Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Certified Nursing Assistant - Pinnacle HS

Young World Physical Education; Phoenix (AZ); In loco; USD 19.889 - 28.326; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading educational institution in Phoenix, Arizona, seeks an Instructional Assistant/Personal Care CNA to assist medically fragile students with their special health care needs. The role involves adapting classroom activities, administering first aid, and supporting students during various school activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. This is a non-exempt position offering $17.50/hour for 7.5 hours per day over a 9-month period, with a starting date of August 3, 2026.

Competenze

• Must possess a valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Must maintain confidentiality and work as part of a team.

Mansioni

• Support instruction for medically fragile students.
• Administer first aid and medical assistance as required.
• Collaborate with teachers and health care professionals.

Conoscenze

Adherence to safety practices

Record keeping

Basic math calculations

Effective communication

Problem solving

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Standard office equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

2026/27 Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Certified Nursing Assistant - Pinnacle HS

Paradise Valley USD 69 Pinnacle HS – Phoenix, Arizona (Open in Google Maps)

This job is also posted in Paradise Valley Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5618249

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 31, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Instructional Assistant/Personal Care CNA – Special Education

Location: Pinnacle High School

Duration: 9 months, 7.5 hours/day (including monitoring support on transportation)

Grade 17, $17.50/hour

Non-Interim Position

Dates: 8/3/2026 - 5/27/2027

Purpose Statement: Provide support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting medically fragile students one‑on‑one; meet their special health care needs; assist the teacher with small group instruction; collaborate with the nurse to meet student educational goals. This position reports to RN for Special Program.

Essential Functions

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the supervision of a teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives.
• Administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g., diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication).
• Assist students with mobility concerns (e.g., wheelchair transfers, bus loading/unloading).
• Attend meetings and in‑service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures).
• Collaborate with the nurse to promote and secure student health services, providing information and complying with care plans.
• Communicate with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Escort students to provide assistance and ensure their safety.
• Maintain instructional materials and/or records to ensure availability, provide written reference, and meet mandated requirements.
• Monitor students during assigned periods within various school environments (e.g., lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, kitchen).

Other Functions

Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Adhere to safety practices and operate standard office equipment.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Perform basic math calculations, read manuals, write documents, and present information.
• Schedule activities, gather and collate data, and use job‑related equipment.
• Adapt to changing work priorities and communicate with diverse groups.
• Maintain confidentiality and work effectively as part of a team.
• Independent problem solving and analysis of issues to create action plans.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician.

Continuing Education/Training: Maintain certificates and/or licenses.

Clearances: Criminal Background Clearance; Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the school’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or the Genetic Information Non‑Discrimination Act of 2008 may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

Contact Information

• Pinnacle HS
• Phone: 602‑449‑4000