FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

Kindergarten Instructional Aide
2026-2027 School Year

Position Title: Kindergarten Instructional Aide
Department/Section: Thomas Elementary School
Supervisor: Principal

Hourly Rate: $18.35 - $19.10/hour (Depending on Experience)
Pay Grade: 21
Schedule: 28.5 hours/week; 8:00-2:45 M-Th, 8:00-11:45 Fri; 9-month position; non-benefit eligible; Arizona State Retirement System eligible.

Start Date: August 05, 2026

DUTIES:

1. Assist the classroom teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and instructional activities for individual students, small groups, or the whole class under the teacher's direction.

2. Reinforce academic skills (reading, writing, math, and other subjects) by working with students individually or in small groups to review, practice, and reinforce concepts introduced by the teacher.

3. Supervise students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, restroom breaks, and transitions between activities to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment.

4. Prepare instructional materials, including copying, cutting, laminating, and organizing worksheets, manipulatives, learning centers, and other classroom resources.

5. Assist with classroom management, including helping to maintain appropriate student behavior, redirecting off-task students, and supporting the implementation of behavior plans as directed by the teacher.

6. Support students with special needs, including English language learners and students with IEPs or 504 plans, by providing individualized attention and implementing accommodations as instructed.

7. Assist with daily routines and self-help skills, such as helping young children with dressing, hygiene, snack/mealtime, and other developmentally appropriate tasks common in kindergarten settings.

8. Monitor and document student progress, including assisting with recordkeeping, grading simple assignments, and providing feedback to the teacher on student performance and behavior.

9. Set up and maintain the classroom environment, including arranging learning centers, bulletin boards, and materials to support a safe, clean, and engaging space for young learners.

10. Assist with technology use, helping students operate computers, tablets, or other instructional technology and educational software as part of classroom instruction.

11. Communicate professionally with teachers, staff, and parents/guardians regarding student needs, progress, and classroom activities, while maintaining confidentiality of student information.

12. Instruct small group intervention in primary grade levels with scripted materials.

13. Perform other duties as assigned as directed by the classroom teacher and site administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must meet NCLB qualifications; NCLB = 60 post-secondary hours of college coursework or minimum of an AA Degree (or higher) or meet the minimum score required on an Arizona Department of Education approved test. (The FUSD Family Resource Center administers the Parapro test. Call 928.774-1103 for more information and to schedule a testing time.) In addition, please submit documentation showing how you meet the NCLB requirement (attach transcripts, copy of degree or copy of parapro assessment scores).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to move from location to location and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.

Thank you for your interest in the Flagstaff Unified School District. Please submit a complete application. Education information must be included in the application. Complete work history needed for proper placement on the salary schedule. If this information is not complete, your application will be returned.

Current Internal candidates, please contact Human Resources @ HR@fusd1.org for hourly rate information. Years of service and grade movement (up or down) will be considered.

High school diploma or equivalent certification required. All employees are subject to a criminal background check. The Flagstaff Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, age, national origin, or disability. Offers of employment, contingent upon funding.

Kindergarten Aide (2026-2027)