Preschool Care & Instruction Assistant – HQ ParaPro

Paradise Valley Unified School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking a 2026-27 CE Title I Childcare Associate I at Cactus View Elementary School in Phoenix, AZ. This role supports preschool instruction under supervision for a 9-month term, 6.5 hours per day, with emphasis on safety and care of students.

Starting ASAP with a $16.99/hour rate and non-interim status; duties include assisting in instruction, supervising activities, and maintaining records to comply with licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• HQ requirements include HS Diploma/GED and one of the listed options.
• Ability to support preschool students under supervision.
• Must meet AZ childcare licensing and health/safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Adapts activities to support classroom objectives.
• Assists students with personal and hygienic care.
• Communicates with staff and parents to evaluate progress.
• Escorts students to ensure safe arrival/departure.
• Implements safety and learning procedures per regulations.
• Maintains care records for each student.

Skills

Safety practices

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Childcare

Education

HS Diploma or GED

AA degree

Passing of ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking a 2026-27 CE Title I Childcare Associate I at Cactus View Elementary School in Phoenix, AZ. This role supports preschool instruction under supervision for a 9-month term, 6.5 hours per day, with emphasis on safety and care of students.

Starting ASAP with a $16.99/hour rate and non-interim status; duties include assisting in instruction, supervising activities, and maintaining records to comply with licensing requirements.