Job Title: Early Learning Preschool Assistant - Instructional Assistant - Preschool Category: Preschool Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is seeking applications for the following position: 6 Hour Instructional Assistant - PTS Preschool TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is 6 hours/day beginning on or about August 20, 2024. Individuals wishing to apply for this position should submit a completed application and resume by going to Online Application Portal. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@phoenix.k12.or.us. CLOSING DATE: Until filled REPORTS TO: Building Administrator SALARY: $18.43 to 23.35, DOE JOB GOAL: Assist teaching staff in a school setting by implementing teacher-designed instructional tasks and record keeping. This position requires a commitment to equitable and inclusive practices in education and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to reducing academic disparities among students that exist because of race, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or family income. QUALIFICATIONS: Meet ESSA requirements: two years (72+ quarter credits) college credit or successful completion of Work Keys test prior to hiring Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred Accurate reading, writing, math and listening skills Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students and adults Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently College courses in education and/or child development highly desirable Must be currently or willing to become first aid/cpr certified Possess word processing and clerical skills Ability to use good judgment when carrying out tasks Music, artistic and second language skills desirable Physical demands needed: ability to communicate with students, co-workers, and the public; ability to communicate over the telephone; ability to respond to telephone, bells, students, co-workers, etc.; ability to respond to classroom disturbances, visual cues, student requests, etc.; ability to read written materials; ability to operate office equipment; ability to carry or lift light loads (25 lbs). All applicants will be considered carefully. Those candidates selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the closing date. Applicants are asked not to call for interviews. All applicants will be notified when the position is filled. Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in accordance with Federal and State Legislation, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, or marital status, physical or mental disability in employment practices or education programs. If you need special accommodations because of a disability, please contact the personnel office at 535-1517 Voice/TDD. Any offer of employment made by Phoenix-Talent Schools is contingent upon satisfactory results of criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.