Limited Appointment Instructional Support Assistant - Copper Ridge K8 School (193994)

Copper Ridge; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Copper Ridge K8 School in Scottsdale is seeking an entry-level Instructional Support Assistant to aid certified teachers with classroom activities and supervise students during instructional times.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, organizing assignments, assisting with personal hygiene activities, and maintaining orderly classrooms. Immediate start with opportunities for growth within the district.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with student assistance or daycare is helpful.
• Basic English and grammar skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with classroom instruction and activities.
• Monitor children’s behavior inside and outside the classroom.
• Prepare materials, organize assignments and homework folders.
• Attend meetings and in-service trainings as required.
• Create bulletin boards and maintain supplies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Child supervision

Office equipment

Patience with children

Classroom organization

Math calculations

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Limited Appointment Instructional Support Assistant - Copper Ridge K8 School (193994)

Scottsdale USD 48 Copper Ridge - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5911154

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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

• 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

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

• 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

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

SKILLS

• 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:

Various

Salary: $16.31 to $16.97 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Ibi Haghighat , Interim Principal
• Copper Ridge
• Email: [e-mail]