Elementary Prep Time Specialist-PE

About the role

The Preparation Time Specialist under the general supervision of the Principal or other supervisor, teaches classes and/or supervises students during teacher preparation period. Prepares lesson plans and required classroom materials and provides instruction in specialized subject matter areas.

Responsibilities

• Teaches classes and/or supervises students during teacher preparation period.
• Prepares lesson plans and required classroom materials.
• Provides instruction in specialized subject matter areas (e.g., music, art, science, computer operations, media center usage, physical education, languages).

Requirements

• Educational Requirements: High school graduation or equivalent education and/or experience. Formal education or training in area of specializing preferred. Equivalent of two years (48 semester hours) full-time education at an institution of higher education; or an associate's degree; or the ability to pass a Utah State Office of Education approved Para-Professional Test will be required at a later date.
• Knowledge & Ability: Knowledge of subject matter areas associated with assigned courses. Strong interpersonal skills required for interaction with students, teachers and other school personnel. Ability to effectively teach assigned course subjects.
• Job-Related Experience: None required. Experience in working with children preferred.

Qualifications

The equivalent of two years (48 semester hours) full-time education at an institution of higher education; or an associate's degree; or the ability to pass a Utah State Office of Education approved Para-Professional Test will be required at a later date.

Skills

• Knowledge of subject matter areas associated with assigned courses.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for interaction with students, teachers and other school personnel.
• Ability to effectively teach assigned course subjects.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$19.98 per hour (2026-27 Support Salary Table)

Schedule

2.99 hours per day/174 days per year