KidZone Associate - Substitute

Job Details

• Position Type: School Support Staff
• Date Posted: 12/4/2025
• Location: District Wide - Glendale, AZ
• Closing Date: 01/05/2026
• Position Title: Kid Zone Associate
• Supervisor: Site Supervisor
• Term of Employment: 12 Month
• Salary Classification: 7 ($15.59)

Kid Zone is an innovative before and after school care program where students, kindergarten through 8th grade, can learn and interact in a safe, caring environment. As a Kid Zone Associate you will create a positive atmosphere that is conducive to learning, growth, safety, and fun. Associates relate to students in an empathetic, respectful, and consistent manner. This role involves supervising children, assisting with activities, and fostering the development of social skills.

Kid Zone Associates work closely with school staff, parents, and other team members to create a nurturing and enriching experience for children.

• Establish and maintain a good rapport with students, employees, and community.
• Make sure that site and activities are prepared prior to children's arrival.
• Supervise the children at all times.
• Administer first aid when necessary.
• Treat every child with respect.
• Maintain acceptable behavior standards and ensure behavior is consistent with district and program policy.
• Keep manager informed of student activities.
• Share and participate in clean‑up activities.
• Annually complete a minimum of 18 verifiable hours of approved training per Department of Health Services regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county, and city statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable grants management.
• Knowledge of applicable Peoria Unified School District and departmental policies and procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Background in early childhood, education, or related fields.
• Hold current first aid and CPR certification or be able to obtain within 30 days.
• Effective communication skills.

• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• Must have, at the time of application and thereafter, a valid Arizona driver's license.

Decisions regarding appropriate and reasonable accommodation(s) will be based upon the merits of each situation. The principle criteria will be effectiveness and safety.

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