Limited Appointment Childcare Assistant PreK

Limited Appointment Childcare Assistant PreK [59389]

Scottsdale USD 48, Yavapai Elementary School - Scottsdale, Arizona. Open in Google Maps

Job : 5555856

Final date to receive applications: Mar 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

PAY GRADE
: G

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The job Childcare Assistant is done for the purposes of assisting the Pre‑K or Preschool classroom teacher and the Childcare Specialist with the planning and supervision of the before and or after school program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Assist the Pre‑K /Preschool teacher with daily operation of the classroom
• Assist with the on‑site operations including the planning of activities, supervision of staff and children for Kids Club and /or Early Bird
• Maintain compliance with the Arizona Department of Health Services Rules and Regulations.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees and community
• Keep the classroom teacher, the Childcare Specialist and Child Care Coordinator informed of staff and student activities.
• Order necessary supplies to carry out program activities.
• Maintain an inventory of equipment at the site.
• Maintain acceptable behavior standards and make sure that behavior is consistent with district and program policy.
• Cultivate supportive relationships with the staff of the host school.
• Assist with record keeping for the site.
• Annually complete a minimum of 18 verifiable hours of approved training per Arizona Department of Health Services regulations.
• Other job related duties as assigned

(positions in this class typically require)

Must meet the staff qualifications to be a Facility Directors designee under section R9‑5‑401 of the Arizona Administrative code. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and provide written documentation of one of the following:

• High school or high school equivalency diploma, 12 months of qualifying child care experience and completion of at least 3 credit hours in early childhood, child development or closely related field in an accredited college or university, or 30 actual training hours in early childhood or closely related field.

(positions in this class typically require)

Licensing Requirements:

• N.A.C., C.D.A.,C.C.P. or C.P.C. credential and at least 12 months of qualifying child care experience
• A minimum of 24 credit hours from an accredited college or university with at least 6 credit hours in the areas of early childhood, child development or closely related field, and 12 months of qualifying child care experience
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development or closely related field, and 6 months of qualifying child care experience
• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development or closely related field, and 3 months of qualifying child care experience
• Community Schools will require that staff must also pass the Para Pro Assessment exam if qualifying with less than an associate’s degree or 60 college credit hours.
• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)

Applicants will need to provide the following at the time of their interview:

• A copy of a High School Diploma or GED
• A copy of College Transcripts and/or Diploma (If applicable)
• Copies of training/workshop/seminar certificates (If applicable)

After interviewing, applicants recommended for hire will receive instructions on how to obtain as a condition of employment:

• Proof of a negative mantoux TB test within the last year
• A signed immunization statement against measles, rubella, diphtheria, mumps and pertussis
• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
• A signed Criminal History Affidavit

(position requirements at entry)

(position requirements at entry)

Skill in: (See Education and Experience)

• Background in early childhood education or related fields.
• Experience with school age and/or Pre‑K/Preschool…