Instructional Support Assistant Limited Appointment

Cherokee Elementary School; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee Elementary School in Paradise Valley, AZ seeks an Instructional Support Assistant for a limited part-time appointment. The role supports certified teachers, helps set up activities, monitors student behavior, and maintains classroom organization.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be prepared to obtain First Aid/CPR and fingerprint clearance as required. Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, preparing materials, and communicating with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
• fingerprint clearance card as a condition of employment (as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom instruction and activities.
• Monitor and supervise children inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist with clean-up and related tasks after activities.
• Prepare classroom for activities and organize assignments/homework folders.
• Attend meetings and in-service trainings.
• Create bulletin boards and maintain supplies; contact parents as needed.

Skills

Monitoring children

Classroom assistance

Communication skills

Patience with children

Customer service

Discipline maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Instructional Support Assistant Limited Appointment

Starting Date: Immediately

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Job Description

PAY GRADE: C

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.
• Applicants recommended for hire will receive instructions on how to obtain a fingerprint clearance card as a condition of employment.

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.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $16.31 to $16.97 Per Hour

Job Details

Job ID: 5976895

Application Deadline: Nov 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Contact Information

• Peggy Kaiser , Admin Support Coordinator
• Cherokee Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]