Gen Ed Paraprofessional

ALMA FARRELL INNOVATION ACADEMY; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

ALMA FARRELL INNOVATION ACADEMY in Maricopa, Arizona, is seeking an experienced Gen Ed Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and supervision. The role involves one-on-one and small-group work, testing, and translating materials for families, with responsibilities that may include personal care tasks as needed.

Immediate start and ongoing year school duties. The position is part-time with hours aligned to school site schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School diploma or GED.
• PRAXIS/Work Keys or Master Teacher test or an equivalent degree/credits accepted.
• Bilingual preferred, able to perform physical duties as described.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and supervision of students, one-on-one or in small groups.
• Supervise students during lunch, playground, and before/after school.
• Translate material for parents, students and staff.
• Administer tests and assessments and maintain records.
• May assist with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting as needed.

Skills

Student needs awareness

Educational practices

Policy familiarity

Assessing needs

Tutoring in subjects

MS Office

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

PRAXIS/Work Keys or Master Teacher test or Associate’s degree or 60 college credits

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Gen Ed Paraprofessional

Maricopa Unified School District #20 ALMA FARRELL INNOVATION ACADEMY - Maricopa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Maricopa Unified School District #20

Job Details

Job ID: 5977890
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Paraprofessional

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt Classified,9-Month Work Calendar

SALARY:ApprovedClassifedCompensation Plan (Education and Experience)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To assist with instruction and supervision of students through one-on-one and group instruction, playground supervision and assisting with testing and assessment of student’s progress. Position longevity will be determined from individual classroom’s needs.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES: (essential functions)

• Works with individual students in classroom or the developmental center to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Works with small groups of students in classroom to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Supervises students outside of the classroom during lunch period, playground time or before and after school.
• Translates material and information for parents, students and staff.
• Administers tests and assessments.
• Grades papers and maintains records under teacher supervision.
• Maintains files and computer records.
• Assists supervising instructor with duties specifically related to area of instruction.
• May involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting as well as other possible needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Experience and knowledge of student needs at different ages, educational and developmental levels.
• Working knowledge of educational practices, processes and techniques.
• Willingness to become familiar with Maricopa Unified School District #20’s educational policies, regulations and rules as well as federal and state laws, regulations, policies and rules.
• Ability to assessing of student’s educational needs.
• Provide tutoring in various educational subjects and areas.
• Operate office equipment and MS Office.
• Skill in communicating verbally, and written, through translation and interpretation
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required - High School diploma or GED. Required - PRAXIS, Work Keys or Master Teacher test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or, 60 college credits. Bilingual preferred. Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs. Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance card.

OTHER POSITION INFORMATION:

May involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting as well as other possible needs. Hours will be in relation to the school site hours. Continuing positions for the subsequent school years, if offered, may be rearranged as needed to best meet the needs of the students.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access toSouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services
Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138
Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15.74 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• ALMA FARRELL INNOVATION ACADEMY
• Phone: [phone]