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Guidepost Montessori

Lead Teacher

Goodyear, AZ

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll thoughtfully prepare the classroom, observe each child closely, and provide individualized care that honors their unique rhythms and needs. Most importantly, you'll help infants develop trust ...

Guidepost Montessori

Lead Teacher

Goodyear, AZ

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll thoughtfully prepare the classroom, observe each child closely, and provide individualized care that honors their unique rhythms and needs. Most importantly, you'll help infants develop trust ...

Guidepost Montessori

Lead Teacher

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll thoughtfully prepare the classroom, observe each child closely, and provide individualized care that honors their unique rhythms and needs. Most importantly, you'll help infants develop trust ...

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How much do classroom observer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for classroom observer in Arizona is $18.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $21.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the classroom observer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Classroom Observer, you need a solid understanding of educational methodologies, instructional strategies, and relevant classroom management techniques, often supported by a background in education or a related field. Familiarity with observation rubrics, digital data collection tools, and sometimes video recording equipment is typically necessary. Strong interpersonal skills, keen attention to detail, and objectivity are the soft skills that distinguish exceptional observers. These competencies ensure that feedback and evaluations are accurate, constructive, and contribute positively to teacher development and student learning environments.

What is a classroom observer?

A Classroom Observer is responsible for monitoring and evaluating classroom activities to assess teaching effectiveness, student engagement, and overall learning environments. They may take notes, provide feedback, and document observations to help improve instructional methods. Observers can be school administrators, educational researchers, or third-party evaluators. Their insights support professional development and curriculum improvements.

What does a typical day look like for a classroom observer?

A typical day for a Classroom Observer involves visiting one or more classrooms to observe and document teaching practices, student engagement, and class dynamics according to specific evaluation criteria. You will often take detailed notes, complete standardized observation forms, and sometimes provide immediate verbal or written feedback to educators. While much of the work is independent, you may also collaborate with school administrators, instructional coaches, and other observers. Post-observation activities often include analyzing data, preparing reports, and participating in debrief meetings to discuss findings and recommendations. This role requires a balance of focused observation, clear documentation, and effective communication with educational staff.

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Infographic showing various Classroom Observer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,044 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Classroom Support Aide

Pinal Gila Community Child Services

Apache Junction, AZ • On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting with daily classroom operations, participates in planning and implementing appropriate early childhood activities provide individualization and support for specific children, and develops appropriate relationships with children, parents, community, and coworkers within the Head Start Program. Hours may be flexible throughout the year based on site need.
Essential Functions:
The Classroom Support Aide will ultimately be evaluated on a combination of skills, dispositions and behaviors, some of which are related to the specific service area of this position and others that represent general expectations of all our agency employees.
The Classroom Support Aide responsibilities chiefly fall within the following essential functions, although s/he may perform other tasks and/or duties as assigned. The Classroom Support Aide will demonstrate competency to perform essential functions that include:
  1. Assist staff in implementing curriculum to support educational and assessment goals for all children, including individualized goals for children with disabilities to promote growth and learning in all developmental areas.
  2. Actively participate in daily classroom operations by adapting and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, materials, and equipment to facilitate participation of children with disabilities.
  3. Promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of all children, including those with disabilities and behavioral challenges.
  4. Implement and reinforce behavior management techniques.
  5. Observe, record, and monitor children's progress.
  6. Routinely communicate observations and progress with classroom staff, consultants, and parents, ensuring professional ethics and confidentiality are maintained.
  7. Facilitate family-style meals including assisting children in table setting, serving food, practicing appropriate mealtime behavior, and good nutritional habits using CACFP guidelines.
  8. Perform required caregiving activities for child/children, i.e., feeding, toileting, dressing, etc.
  9. Complete reports as assigned by a supervisor with accuracy and timeliness.
  10. Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
  11. Assists children with differing abilities in their daily routine, which may include diapering, feeding, etc.
  12. Assist staff to incorporate IEP/IFSP goals into classroom activities as directed.
  13. Maintains confidentiality regarding families, staff, & community partners.
  14. Recruit, families for all PGCCS options including maintaining a waiting list.
  15. Proficient in utilizing various virtual platforms to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.

Minimum Requirements:
  1. HSD/GED. CDA/ECE Certificate preferred.
  2. Completion of CDA for Preschool and/or Toddlers within 24 months.
  3. Six months BCCL or Head Start parent or volunteer work in Head Start (HS) or Child Care (CC) preferred.
  4. Classroom Support Aide must be at least 18 years old.
  5. Basic computer skills, functional oral and written communication skills, and ability to communicate in a professional manner with internal and external customers.
  6. CSA may not drive to pick up supplies, etc. unless a copy of vehicle insurance and driver's license is on file.
  7. Fingerprint card and Social Security card, and CPR and First Aid
  8. The Health Questionnaire is required for hire and will be updated every 3 years.
  9. Meet all agency, state and federal required immunizations or have an approved exemption on file.
  10. Employee must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
  11. Bilingual English/Spanish skills desirable.
  12. Food Handlers Card or Certificate within 30 calendar days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  1. Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards, Knowledge in the application of the principles of early childhood development, cultural/ethnic diversity and family dynamics required.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize workload while being flexible, work independently, and have team membership skills.
  3. Knowledge of Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP) and how to implement per position.
  4. Demonstrate the understanding of DCS reporting system, signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect.

Physical Requirements:
Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation: critical sensory requirements include general vision; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly. Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 40 lbs., run 50 feet, and demonstrate exercises - jumping jacks, leg lifts, etc.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a classroom/office setting where minimal exposure to injury exists. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours. There will be work variations in work hours due to employee special projects, deadlines, and other concerns. PGCCS employees have the possibility of exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials through collateral duty to their routine work assignments, such as rendering first aid if need arises, and seldom exposure to vibration, toxic conditions, odors, dust, mold, and poor ventilation.

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