SPED Preschool Instructional Assistant- E.C.L.C.

SPED Preschool Instructional Assistant
- Faith North E.C.L.C.

Phoenix Elementary School District #1 FAITH NORTH - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
Jul 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
Immediately

Salary placement range= $17.27 to $20.47 per hour, depending on level of education and experience.

This is a full-time position with benefits.

JOB SUMMARY :
The Instructional Assistant assists the teachers in a variety of ways to implement the instructional program, including working directly with children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Additional duties may be assigned.

• Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
• Assists teacher as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Conducts learning games with students according to established procedures.
• Supervision and instruction of children; copying, cutting, coloring, etc., to construct materials and bulletin boards.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher.
• Serves snacks and lunches as necessary.
• Attends workshops as directed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises children in the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

Associate's Degree or equivalent of two (2) years’ college education (60 Semester Hours) or passing test results from the Para Proor Work Keys assessment is required. Prefer prior experience working with children. High School diploma or GED required. First aid and CPR.

LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

Ability to write reports business correspondence, etc. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL

SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside of the District. Possesses and successfully uses the following skills:
Ability to work with individuals and groups of students to support academics and behavior management. Must have patience working with children. Ability to learn new skills, flexibility, and willingness to perform a variety of tasks. Ability to follow written and oral directions and complete assignments given. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and staff members.

Is self-directed, and works without direct supervision.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule from.

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