Paraprofessional Jobs in Glendale, AZ

Position Type :

Support Staff - School Based

Date Posted : 12 / 10 / 2025

Location : Various Locations

Closing Date :

UNTIL FILLED TITLE : Paraprofessional III for General Education, Preschool, Exceptional Student Services and Behavior Support Programs

CLASSIFICATION : Classified Hourly

REPORTS TO : Principal

SUMMARY : The paraprofessional III will provide instructional and non-instructional (clerical) support for the assigned teacher(s).

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide instruction and classroom management services under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Provide instruction to individual students and small groups of students.
• Assist in developing and preparing instructional materials and training modules.
• Assist with the establishment and reinforcement of acceptable student behavior, attitudes, and social skills.
• Assist with student enrichment activities including field trips, art, music, drama, and recreation.
• Provide assistance to students with physical limitations, including individual support with positioning, and movement with various pieces of assistive equipment according to their needs
• Assist students with activities of daily living, such as hygiene, feeding or dressing.
• Assist with record keeping for the instructional program and student records.
• Assist with the inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Provide safety monitoring during student transitions, to and from school and on field trips when necessary.
• Monitor and assist students during meal and recess periods.
• Maintain schedule established by supervising teacher.
• Use a variety of activities and materials approved by the supervising teacher.
• Work effectively with general and special education teachers.
• Supervise students as assigned by principal.
• Assist with student testing administration and scoring.
• Assist classroom teacher with general cleanup and preparation.
• Attend in-service training for continued professional development.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION :

High school diploma or equivalency and an AA degree or 60 hours of college credits or a passing score on a paraprofessional test.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS :

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preschool / Early Childhood requirement - Negative TB clearance, current immunizations, CPR and First Aide certificates, Food Handlers Card, Physical

EXPERIENCE :

Previous experience in working with individuals with physical and learning needs preferred.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES :

WORKING CONDITIONS :

The work environment is the normal school setting; the noise level ranges from quiet to loud, but is usually moderate. The playground setting can include exposure to dirt, dust, and extreme seasonal temperatures.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Nine-month year, Classified Hourly Salary Schedule, employee benefits in accordance with Board policies

EVALUATION :

Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of classified staff.

SALARY

Classified Hourly Salary Schedule. Level G | Entry Level : $19.25 / hr