Infant Care Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARY

Provides for the care of children and instructs parents in the development of child-care skills.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate’s (or higher) degree OR
• Two-years (60 Semester-Hour credits) of study at an institute of higher learning OR Completion of an AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test.
• One-year experience in working in the field of early childhood development and/or experience working with young children.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Copy of diploma, transcripts or test results must be submitted at time of application.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• CPR and First Aid Certification. Certification must be maintained current during course of employment.
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training as mandated by OSHA.

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Teenage Parent High School - Broadway and Plumer Ave Area

FTE: 0.94 – 7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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