SY Instructional Assistant K-3​/Playground Assistant

Instructional Assistant K-3 / Playground Assistant

Pendergast Elementary School District – Desert Mirage School, Glendale, Arizona

Job : 5745359

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant K-3/Playground Assistant

(Part Time)

EXEMPT: No

GRADE: 107

LOCATION: Desert Mirage

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 9-Month

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUMMARY: The job of Instructional Assistant K-3 is to assist, under direct supervision, in the supervision and instruction of students; relieving teachers of clerical tasks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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
• Performs such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

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…