Preschool Paraprofessional - Student Services

Position

Description:

Preschool Paraprofessional – ESS

Maricopa Unified School District #20
Human Resources
44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway
Maricopa, AZ 85138
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Email: tbeckett

Assist with instruction and supervision of students through one‑on‑one and group instruction, playground supervision, and assistance with testing and assessment. Position longevity will be determined from individual classroom needs.

• Work with individual students in classroom or developmental center to reinforce learning material introduced by the teacher.
• Work with small groups of students in classroom to reinforce learning material introduced by the teacher.
• Supervise students outside of the classroom during lunch period, playground time, or before/after school.
• Translate material and information for parents, students, and staff.
• Administer tests and assessments, grade papers, and maintain records under teacher supervision.
• Maintain files and computer records.
• Assist supervising instructor with duties related to area of instruction.
• Provide personal assistance with toileting, hygiene, feeding, lifting, and other possible needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience and knowledge of student needs at different ages and educational levels.
• Working knowledge of educational practices and techniques.
• Willingness to become familiar with district policies, regulations, and federal/state laws.
• Ability to assess student educational needs.
• Provide tutoring in various educational subjects.
• Operate office equipment and MS Office.
• Skill in verbal and written communication, translation, and interpretation.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• PRAXIS or similar test accepted; or Associate’s degree; or 60 college credits.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification required (or to be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Bilingual preferred.
• Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Physical capability to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (up to 50 lbs), carry, push, pull, and move objects up to 125 lbs.

• Hours aligned with school site hours.
• Continuing positions may be offered for subsequent school years, with adjustments as needed.

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, accessibility, or employment. The district is a Title IX coordinator and provides equal access to all programs and services.