Childcare Assistant Kids Club - Cochise ES

Childcare Assistant Kids Club
- Cochise ES (98925)

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

Job : 5781552

Final date to receive applications: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 15, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Pay Grade: H

Split Shift:

6:45-9:45am & 1:15-6:15pm

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.

• 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

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

• 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 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 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 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)

• 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)

• 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

• Background in early childhood education or related fields
• Experience with school age and/or Pre‑K/Preschool children in a group setting
• Hold current first aid and CPR certification or be able to obtain within 30 days
• Effective communication skills

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Light work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work.

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

Position Type: 8 hours/day

Salary: $18.41 to $19.15 Per Hour

• Larry Conti, Operations Coord
• Community Education
• Email: lconti