Paraprofessional I ACP - Centerra Mirage STEM Academy 26/27 SY

AVONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

AVONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT seeks a Paraprofessional I or II to support students and staff, in general or exceptional education settings. The role includes tasks such as intervention, ACP, and library assistance, with duties spanning lesson support, small-group instruction, and student supervision.

Position is 10-month, part-time (29.5 hours/week) at Centerra Mirage, with a focus on maintaining a productive learning environment and providing essential instructional support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 60 college credits (100 level or higher) or an Associate's degree.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• General clerical experience is preferred.
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• First Aid and CPR certification (can be obtained by the district).
• Background check must be passable upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing daily and long-range lesson planning.
• Conduct learning activities with individuals or small groups.
• Guide children to work and play harmoniously and alert teachers to special needs.
• Provide escort and assistance to children as necessary.
• Assist with supervision in classroom, playground, and cafeteria.
• Maintain neat work areas and assist in materials preparation.
• Attend in-service activities and administer basic reading, math, and language assessments.
• Tutor students as needed and maintain records.

Skills

Clerical experience

English proficiency

First Aid & CPR

Physical capability (lift 30 lbs)

Background check readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

60 college credits or Associate's degree

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Paraprofessional I or II

• Alternative Classroom Placement (ACP)
• Library Assistant

I. General Description:

To support students and staff in maintaining appropriate activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively. The paraprofessional may work in a general education classroom setting and/or in an exceptional student classroom setting. The Paraprofessional I or II may include the following roles:

• Interventionist
• Alternative Classroom Placement (ACP)
• Library Assistant
• Student/Cluster Specific

II. Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion para educator assessment, 60 college credits (100 level or higher), or an Associate's degree
• Must possess a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card
• General clerical experience (preferred)
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds
• Must be proficient in the use of the English language, both verbal and written
• First Aid and CPR certification (can be obtained by the district)
• Must be able to pass a background check upon employment

III. Duties And Responsibilities For All Paraprofessionals

• Assists in executing the daily and long range lesson planning
• Conducts learning exercises with individual children or small groups of children, in program related activities
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with each other
• Alerts the teacher to special needs of individual children
• Provides escort and assistance to children as necessary
• Assists with supervision of children in the classroom, playground, and/or cafeteria
• Assists the teacher in maintaining neat work and study areas
• Assists in the preparation and the collection of educational materials such as bulletin boards, charts, audio-visuals, seatwork, dittos, flash cards, etc.
• Attends in-service activities designed to help with instruction
• Prepares and administers reading, math and language assessment testing to students as necessary
• Tutors students as may be necessary
• Maintains files and records as directed
• Performs other related duties as assigned

IV. Additional Duties And Responsibilities Specific For Library Assistant

• Responsible for circulation and shelving of all libraray materials, including textbooks
• Maintain the general neatness and attractiveness of the library and its displays
• Assists in receiving and processing materials selected for purchase
• Informs teachers and students of overdue books on a regular basis
• Makes repairs on damaged books
• Collaborates with site staff to identify materials for specific units or projects
• Completes inventory of library materials
• Maintains the overall operation of the library

Reports To: Classroom Teacher and/or Administration

Terms of Employment: 10 Months, 29.5 hours per week

Primary Location: Centerra Mirage

Salary Range: Classified Salary Schedule / Per Year

Shift Type: Part-Time