Paraeducator - Title SY - Centennial

Para educator – Title I 26/27SY – Centennial

Higley Unified School District, 60 Centennial Elementary – Gilbert, Arizona. (Open in Google Maps)

Job : 5710065

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 21, 2026

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support HUSD Vision, Mission and Goals.
• Assist classroom teacher by working with students needing supplemental instruction.
• Maintain open communication with teacher.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Collaborate with teacher to plan lessons and prepare materials for upcoming lessons.
• Motivate and engage students in the material being covered.
• Monitor student progress and may conduct assessments to determine progress during the school year.
• Communicate progress information to classroom teacher.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
• Provide assistance to substitute teachers.
• Safeguard and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma and either an AA, 60 semester credits, or a passing score on the Para Pro assessment. Candidates not appropriately certified at hire must obtain certification within 60 days.
• Capable of working with children one‑on‑one and in groups.
• Ability to relate positively to students, parents, and teachers.
• Experience with AR or DIBELS helpful but not required.
• Skills and ability to perform job functions including instruction, computer use, basic academic matters, problem solving, and managing work assignments.
• Ability to pass background and reference checks as stipulated by district standards.
• Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent communication with parents, students, and staff.
• Frequent interaction with students that may require bending and kneeling.
• Moving about on foot and remaining upright while supervising students.
• Raising or lowering objects ranging from 25‑50 lbs.
• Exerting force upon an object to move it.
• Ascending and descending small ladders with agility.
• Required visual acuity to perform activities with students.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Part‑time position – 10 months, Monday–Friday, 29 hours/week

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Appropriate salary placement on the classified hourly salary schedule. Title I funded.

EVALUATION: Performance evaluated by site administrator and according to district policy.

TOTAL PAID HOLIDAYS: 14

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment is usually moderate noise level. HUSD participates in the Arizona State Retirement System; a defined benefit plan provides lifelong monthly retirement income for qualified members.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.46 to $20.54 per hour