Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - Yavapai ES (16613)

Yavapai Elementary School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Yavapai Elementary School in Scottsdale is seeking a Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator to assist the teacher, adapt curriculum, and monitor student progress. The role involves tests, IEP progress tracking, and documenting student activities. Responsibilities include tutoring, behavior monitoring, classroom preparation, and collaboration with staff.

The position is 6.75 hours per day with an hourly rate. Immediate start with DHS fingerprint and first aid requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED plus 1 year educational/clerical experience.
• Equivalent education/experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher with classroom instruction and adapts materials for students.
• Provides one-on-one or group tutoring as needed.
• Monitors behavior inside and outside classroom; escorts students.
• assists with cleanup and related tasks.
• Prepares materials and homework folders for activities.
• Assists with grading papers.
• Attends in-service trainings and meetings.
• Participates in testing and updates student information in systems.
• Maintains bulletin boards, displays, supplies, and parent contacts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Monitoring children

Classroom support

Office equipment

Patience with children

Discipline and order

Mathematical calculations

Customer service

Computer software

Reading schedules

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Limited Appointment Instructional Support Paraeducator - Yavapai ES (16613)

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

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5952607

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

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: J

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Under direction of a certified teacher, instructs students and adapts curriculum to meet needs of students. Duties include: administering tests and assessments; monitors students’ IEP progress; and documents behavior, progress, and results of student activities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists teacher by helping with classroom instruction and working with children during instructional activities. Assists in modifying classroom and homework for students requiring modifications. May assist in planning and implementing field trips for the purpose of reinforcing classroom objectives.
2. Provides one-on-­one and/or group tutoring assistance to students in a variety of curricular areas as needed.
3. Monitors children’s behavior inside and outside of the classroom. Escorts students to areas on campus.
4. Assists with clean‑up and other related tasks following daily activities.
5. Prepares classroom for activities, including organizing assignments and/or preparing homework folders.
6. Assists with grading papers.
7. Attends a variety of in‑service training sessions and other related meetings.
8. Participates in testing students in a variety of areas, including academic and social progress. Enters and updates student information in applicable computer programs.
9. Participates in maintaining classroom bulletin boards and displays; maintains materials and supplies; contacts parents; and makes copies.
10. Does other duties as assigned.

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

High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one year of educational or clerical experience; 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):

• 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):

• Basic first aid;
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Customer service principles;
• Computer operations;
• Classroom operations and activities.

SKILLS: (position requirements at entry):

• 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;
• Utilizing a computer and related software applications;
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Preparing simple memos, letters, and/or other related written correspondence;
• Reading and interpreting routine information from schedules, memos, and/or other written documentation;
• 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: 6.75 hours/day

Salary: $19.98 to $20.78 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelley Perry , Principal
• Yavapai Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]