Preschool Support Instructor

Young World Physical Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington Elementary School District is seeking a Preschool Support Instructor for the KidSpace Program at Desert View in Phoenix, AZ. This role supports teachers by assisting with lesson planning, instruction, and behavior management to foster a positive learning environment.

Starting immediately, the position requires a high school diploma, one year of relevant experience, and essential certifications.

Qualifications

• Possession of valid High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to hire.
• One year of experience in a similar field.
• Three credit hours or more in child development or 30 documented training hours.
• FingerPrint clearance card.
• TB testing clearance prior to hire.
• Arizona Driver’s License.
• First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire.
• CPR Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Arizona Food Handlers Card within 30 days of hire.
• Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist KidSpace Site Coordinator with implementation of standards and procedures; maintain documentation.
• Maintain positive communication with parents to encourage participation.
• Create lesson plans, secure supplies, and facilitate activities.
• Observe students and participate in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Work with disability support staff to meet developmental goals.
• Maintain program supplies and equipment.
• Maintain standards of behavior using positive methods.
• Develop special care plans to meet special education needs.
• Attend required KidSpace trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Finance & budgeting

Program management

Parent communication

Safety & health

Curriculum alignment

Disabilities support

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate of Arts in ECE or related field

30 hours in child development or 3 credit hours in related field

Job description

Preschool Support Instructor

Washington Elementary School District 6 Desert View - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Washington Elementary School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5860674

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade: N(Non-Exempt Support Staff Salary Placement)

Department: Academic Support Programs

Accountable To: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Calendar: 200 days

Creation/Revision Date: July 30, 2018

Summary:

In general, direction, incumbent(s) assists with implementing, assessing, creating lessons, instructing and maintaining positive behavior for students in the KidSpace Program.

Essential Functions:

• Assists KidSpace Site Coordinator and Instructional assistants with the implementation of KidSpace standards, regulations, District procedures and other requirements of the KidSpace Program. Maintains all necessary documentation to demonstrate compliance with KidSpace performance standards.


• Maintains positive communication and relationships with parents to encourage meaningful participation in the program.


• Assists the KidSpace Site Coordinator in creating lesson plans, securing the needed supplies and materials and facilitating the activities.


• Observes students and participates in developmentally appropriate activities.


• Works cooperatively with identified disabilities service support staff in the provision of direct services and the developmental goals for children with disabilities.


• Maintains program supplies materials and equipment.


• Assists in maintaining standards of acceptable behavior for children using positive methods, which support the child’s self-esteem.


• Helps with development of special care plans to meet the special education needs of students.


• Attends required training to meet KidSpace requirements.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

• Possession of valid High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to hire;


• One year of experience in a similar field;


• Three credit hours or more in child development or closely related field or 30 documented training hours;


• Possession of valid Fingerprint clearance card;


• Possession of TB testing clearance prior to hire;


• Possession of a valid Arizona Driver’s License;


• Possession of valid First Aid Certification within the first 30 days of hire;


• Possession of valid CPR Certification within the first 30 days of hire;


• Possession of valid Arizona Food Handlers Card within the first 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicant possesses the following preferred qualifications; however, the following qualifications are not required to be eligible for this position.

• Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education, Child development, Education or closely related field;

Knowledge and Skills Required:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills required, but not limited to, for this position include:

• Using computer software applications;


• Applying finance and budgetary applications;


• Organizing program management;


• Inspiring and sustaining ongoing school/department improvement that is focused on student learning;


• Being accessible to and visible in schools, community, and district;


• Implementing best practice associated with extracurricular programs;


• Encouraging the use of the principles of child growth and development as they relate to children’s needs;


• Knowing safety and health issues;


• Ensuring that curriculum and instructional practices are responsive to community;


• Utilizing Business English, punctuation, grammar and spelling;


• Complying with applicable federal, state, and local laws;


• Complying with Governing Board policies and regulations;


• Demonstrating and modeling active listening skills;


• Using positive non-verbal communication to impact personal image and the image of the district;


• Involving stakeholders in decisions and applying the appropriate group processes;


• Resolving conflict appropriately;


• Using the process of consensus as a strategy for decision making;


• Motivating others to achieve intended outcomes;


• Generating the support needed to provide the best extracurricular programs;


• Engaging and encouraging communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Washington Elementary School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Washington Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.65 to $19.98 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Instructional Support > Tutor

Support Staff > Supervisory Aide

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Lydia Garcia


• 4650 W Sweetwater Ave


• Glendale, Arizona 85304


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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