2026-27 CE Childcare Associate I - PreK & Mascot - Copper Canyon ES

2026-27 CE Childcare Associate I - PreK & Mascot - Copper Canyon ES Paradise Valley USD 69 Community Education - Phoenix, Arizona Job Details Job ID: 5844043 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 21, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Position Type: .75 FTE Salary: $16.48 Non Interim Job Description Location: Copper Canyon Elementary School Program Length: 9 months, 6 hours/day Grade: 15 Pay: $16.48/hour Non-Interim Position Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Purpose Statement The job of CE Childcare Associate I is done for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program within 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 the purpose of providing immediate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assists students as needed with (e.g., diapering, toilet training, feeding, etc.) for the purpose of addressing personal care needs. Assists the site manager with age appropriate activities by working with individual or small groups of children (e.g., games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, washing hands, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Communicates with internal for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information required to perform job functions. Completes a minimum of 18 verifiable hours of approved training annually for the purpose of meeting mandated requirements per Department of Health Services regulations. Distributes instructional and/or play materials for the purpose of providing required supplies. Establishes positive individual relationships for the purpose of building student confidence and self esteem. Implements under the supervision of assigned site manager, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; providing a safe, comfortable, supportive learning environment; and/or meeting mandated requirements. Maintains acceptable behavior standards for the purpose of ensuring that behavior is consistent with district and program policy. Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g., snack time, group or individual games, playground activities, quiet time, field trips, classroom, homework time, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment. Organizes quiet or active, age appropriate indoor and/or outdoor activities for the purpose of actively participating in the learning activities with children. Prepares nutritional snacks, lunches, bottles, etc. for the purpose of complying with established guidelines. Provides ongoing feedback for the purpose of informing supervisor, teacher, and parents of students' progress. Transfers children directly from/to parents or designee for the purpose of ensuring safety of children and meeting the District requirements. Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS: preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOWLEDGE: basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Stages of child development; methods of motivating and controlling children; and awareness of codes, regulations and laws related to counseling students. ABILITY: scheduling activities; gathering and/or collating data; using basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; operate equipment using standardized methods. Problem solving to identify issues and create action plans. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 0% sitting, 0% walking, and 0% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere. Experience Job related experience is desired. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency Required Documents / Certificates and Licenses Level One Fingerprint Card – fee of $67 CPR Certificate Copy of MMR Vaccination Record First Aid Certificate Copy of High School Diploma Continuing Educ./Training CPR Certificate Renewal First Aid Certificate Renewal Clearances Criminal Background Clearance Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card EEO Statement 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. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact Information Human Resources 15002 N 32nd Street Phoenix, Arizona 85032 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education