Paraprofessional- Exceptional Student Services

NAFSA: Association of International Educators; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 in Maricopa, AZ is seeking a Paraprofessional ESS to support instruction and student assessments. The role is full-time, non-exempt, and reports to the school principal.

Primary duties include one-on-one and small-group tutoring, classroom supervision, and material translation for families. The position requires knowledge of educational practices, effective communication, and the ability to work with diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• PRAXIS or Work Keys or an Associate's degree or 60 college credits.
• Current First Aid and CPR (or within 30 days of hire).
• Bilingual preferred.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and supervision of students one-on-one or in groups.
• Supervise students during lunch, playground, and before/after school.
• Translate materials for parents, students and staff.
• Administer tests and assessments; grade papers; maintain records.
• Maintain files and computer records.
• Assist supervising instructor with instructional duties.
• May involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student needs

Educational practices

Policies & rules

Assessing needs

Tutoring

MS Office

Translation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree / 60 college credits

First Aid and CPR

Bilingual preferred

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Employer Maricopa Unified School District #20Location Maricopa, AZClosing date Aug 29, 2026

Specialty Student & Scholar Services Position Type OtherHours Full-timeEmployment Type PermanentOrganization Type College / University

Position Description: Paraprofessional ESS

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: Approved Classifed Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)

Reports To: Principal

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

To assist with instruction and supervision of students through one-on-one and group instruction, playground supervision and assisting with testing and assessment of student’s progress. Position longevity will be determined from individual classroom’s needs.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (essential functions)

• Works with individual students in classroom or the developmental center to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Works with small groups of students in classroom to reinforce learning material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Supervises students outside of the classroom during lunch period, playground time or before and after school.
• Translates material and information for parents, students and staff.
• Administers tests and assessments. Grades papers and maintains records under teacher supervision.
• Maintains files and computer records.
• Assists supervising instructor with duties specifically related to area of instruction.
• May involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting as well as other possible needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Experience and knowledge of student needs at different ages, educational and developmental levels.
• Working knowledge of educational practices, processes and techniques.
• Willingness to become familiar with Maricopa Unified School District #20’s educational policies, regulations and rules as well as federal and state laws, regulations, policies and rules.
• Ability to assessing of student’s educational needs.
• Provide tutoring in various educational subjects and areas.
• Operate office equipment and MS Office.
• Skill in communicating verbally, and written, through translation and interpretation
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required - High School diploma or GED. Required
• PRAXIS or Work Keys test accepted, or Associate’s degree, or, 60 college credits.
• Current First Aid and CPR (Required or 30 days after hire to obtain)
• Bilingual preferred.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Physical Requirements

Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.

OTHER POSITION INFORMATION

May involve personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting as well as other possible needs. Hours will be in relation to the school site hours. Continuing positions for the subsequent school years, if offered, may be rearranged as needed to best meet the needs of the students.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To Scouting America And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org