2026-27 CE Childcare Associate I - Pre-K & Mascot - Wildfire ES

2026-27 CE Childcare Associate I - Pre-K & Mascot - Wildfire ES Paradise Valley USD 69 Community Education - Phoenix, Arizona Job Details Job ID: 5755553 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Job Description Position: CE Childcare Associate I - Pre-K & Mascot Location: Wildfire Elementary Job Type: 9 months, 6 hours/day, Grade 15, $16.48/hour, Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Non-Interim Purpose Statement The job of CE Childcare Associate I is aimed at providing support to the instructional program within the assigned classroom with specific responsibility for implementing programs for the personal and emotional growth of the referred students; assisting in the monitoring of behaviors; and communicating observations to teachers, parents and administrators. This job reports to CE Childcare Associate V. Essential Functions Administers first aid for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assists students with personal care needs such as diapering, toilet training, feeding, etc. Assists the site manager with age appropriate activities, such as games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, washing hands, etc., to present and/or reinforce learning concepts. Communicates with internal stakeholders to convey and/or receive information required to perform job functions. Completes a minimum of 18 verifiable hours of approved training annually to meet mandated requirements per Department of Health Services regulations. Distributes instructional and/or play materials to provide required supplies. Establishes positive individual relationships to build student confidence and self-esteem. Implements under the supervision of the assigned site manager, instructional programs and lesson plans to present and/or reinforce learning concepts. Maintains classroom equipment, work area, files and records, ensuring availability and providing a safe, comfortable, supportive learning environment. Maintains acceptable behavior standards consistent with district and program policy. Monitors students in a variety of settings (snack time, games, playground activities, quiet time, field trips, classroom, homework time, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment. Organizes quiet or active, age appropriate indoor and/or outdoor activities to participate in learning activities with children. Prepares nutritional snacks, lunches, bottles, etc. to comply with established guidelines. Provides ongoing feedback to inform supervisor, teacher, and parents of students' progress. Transfers children directly from/to parents or designee to ensure safety and meet district requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned for efficient functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Skills: Preparation and maintenance of accurate records; ability to perform multiple tasks and upgrade skills to meet changing conditions. Knowledge: Basic math, reading and following instructions, understanding multi-step written and oral instructions, understanding stages of child development, methods of motivating and controlling children, awareness of codes, regulations, and laws related to counseling students. Abilities: Scheduling activities; gathering and collating data; using basic job-related equipment; working with a diversity of individuals; problem solving to identify issues and create action plans; providing direction and leadership; communicating with persons of varied backgrounds; maintaining confidentiality; adapting to changing priorities; working as part of a team. Responsibility Responsibilities include working with immediate supervision; leading, guiding, and coordinating others; utilizing resources from other work units; and having the opportunity to impact organization’s services. Work Environment Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, significant fine finger dexterity. Job requires 0% sitting, 0% walking, 0% standing. Exposure to risk of injury and illness; clean atmosphere. Experience Job-related experience desired. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Required Documents, Certificates and Licenses Level One Fingerprint Card – fee of $67 CPR Certificate MMR Vaccination Record First Aid Certificate Copy of High School Diploma Continuing Education / Training CPR Certificate Renewal First Aid Certificate Renewal Clearances Criminal Background Clearance Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card ( Salary and Position Type Position Type: .75 FTE Salary: $16.48/hour Legal Notice Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 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