Instructional Aide - K-4 Classroom; ParaPro I

Applitrack; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Applitrack, in partnership with Taylor Hicks Elementary School, is seeking an Instructional Aide for K-4. The role supports teachers, strengthens learning experiences, and performs clerical, supervisory tasks during a 10-month, 6.5-hour day schedule.

The ParaPro requirements include a high school diploma or GED with an associate degree or higher, two years of college, or a valid Para Pro assessment. IVP fingerprint clearance is required for all employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirements for Para Pro eligibility.
• Demonstrates ability to support classroom learning.
• Requires ability to work under supervision in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in strengthening learning experiences under teacher supervision.
• Perform clerical, supportive and student supervision tasks.
• Contribute to a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Clerical skills

Student supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of college (60+ credit hours)

Passing Para Pro assessment

Job description

Instructional Aide - K-4 Classroom; ParaPro I JobID: 3001

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher/Classroom Aide
• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Location: Taylor Hicks Elementary School
• Date Available: as soon as possible

Assists in strengthening learning experiences for students in assigned areas of study, under the supervision of a certified teacher, administrator and other team member; perform a variety of clerical, supportive and student supervisory tasks.

10 month - 6.5 hours/day

$15.60-16.43/hour + Benefits

All P.U.S.D. employees must have an IVP fingerprint card.

Para Pro requirements: In order to be eligible for a position as a Para Pro in P.U.S.D. prospective employee must meetONE of the following:

• High School diploma or GEDANDAn Associate's degree or higher OR
• Completed two years of study (equaling 60 or more credit hours) from an accredited institution of higher educationOR
• Obtained a passing score on one of the Arizona Department of Education approved **Para Pro assessments.

** NOTICE: Please contact Denise Stevens at 928 445 5400 for information regarding Para Pro assessments.

All Full time (6 or more hours per day) PUSD employees receive the following benefits in addition to their salary or hourly pay.

• Medical Insurance paid by PUSD (with option to purchase for family members):Five plans to choose from four are paid fully by PUSD, valued at$11,196.00 per year.
• Life Insurance ($50,000) with option to purchase additional for self and family
• Arizona State Retirement System*; district matches employee contributions (appx 12%)
• Generous PTO/Sick leave plan
• 12 month employees receive generous annual leave

*Candidates receiving Arizona State Retirement are welcome to apply. If selected for a posted position candidate may be employed through a third party employer, Educational Services, Inc.