Instructional Support Assistant

Scottsdale-Unified-School-Distric; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Scottsdale Unified School District is seeking an Instructional Support Assistant at Sequoya Elementary School in Scottsdale, AZ. This entry-level position assists certified teachers with classroom activities and student supervision, preparing materials and helping with daily routines.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification and DPS fingerprint clearance. It is a non-exempt, part-time or 5 hours/day position starting immediately.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Valid DPS FPCC fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom instruction and supervise students during activities.
• Monitor children’s behavior inside and outside the classroom.
• Prepare materials, organize assignments, and copy materials.
• Maintain classroom setup and assist with cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with meetings and in-service trainings.

Skills

Monitoring children

Communication

Customer service

Using office equipment

Patience with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days

DPS FPCC fingerprint clearance

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: C

This is a limited appointment position

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This is the entry level within the series. Incumbents assist certified teachers with classroom activities. Duties may include: making materials; setting up and monitoring student activities; moving and shelving books; stocking and cleaning rooms; and copying materials. Acts as a student help aide in moving students and assisting with personal hygiene activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities.
• Monitors children’s behavior inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assists with clean-up and other related tasks following daily activate.
• Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and preparing homework folders.
• Attends a variety of meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Creates bulletin boards, maintains materials and supplies, contacts parents and makes copies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):

High School Diploma or G.E.D.; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):

Licensing Requirements:

• Title Schools: 60 hours of secondary education or successful completion of the Paraprofessional test;
• Special Needs: Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)

KNOWLEDGE: (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

• Basic first aid;
• Child care principles;
• Basic English language and grammar;
• Basic mathematical skills.

SKILLS: (position requirements at entry):

Skill in:

• Monitoring and assisting children with activities;
• Using office equipment;
• Dealing patiently with children;
• Maintaining order, discipline, and interest of children;
• Performing routine mathematical calculations;
• Providing customer service;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to odors, extreme temperatures, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

Instructional Support Assistant

Scottsdale USD 48 Sequoya Elementary School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5970283

Application Deadline: Nov 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: 5 hours/day

Salary: $16.31 to $16.97 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nancy Wilkinson , Assistant Principal
• Sequoya Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]