Instructional Assistant K-3​/Playground Assistant

Instructional Assistant K‑3 / Playground Assistant

Pendergast Elementary School District – Garden Lakes School – Avondale, Arizona

• Job : 5837789
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Exempt: No

Grade: 107

Location: Garden Lakes

Term of Employment: 9‑Month

Reports To: Principal

Summary: The job of Instructional Assistant K‑3 is done for the purpose of assisting (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students; relieving teachers of clerical tasks.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 60 College Credit Hours or AA Degree or proof of successfully passing a State‑approved Para‑professional assessment
• Proof of immunity to Measles and German Measles (MMR)
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

• Job‑related experience

• Administers tests for the purpose of assisting teacher in evaluating students’ progress
• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts
• Assists teachers (e.g., reading, drill work, storytelling, correcting papers, supervising testing, etc.) for the purpose of developing and implementing lesson plans
• Assists the teacher with non‑instructional duties (e.g., snacks, toileting, clothing routines, etc.) for the purpose of providing assistance to teacher and students as may be required
• Confers with teachers for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing of students’ objectives
• Guides independent study (e.g., enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success
• Maintains classroom equipment, student’s files, records, etc., for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or documentation as may be required
• Monitors individual students, classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
• Participates in various meetings (e.g., in‑service training, etc.) for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one’s skills/knowledge
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions (e.g., scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g., injured students, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

Skills are required to perform multiple, non‑technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: various specific skills.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals; write documents following prescribed formats; and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi‑step oral and written instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.

Ability is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job‑related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with variety of data; and utilize specific, job‑related equipment.

In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific…