Community Education Helper - Brichta Infant Early Learning Center (Open-Until Filled)

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is hiring for a Community Education Activity Helper at Brichta Infant & Early Learning Center. The role involves instruction, care, and development of children from 6 weeks to pre-kinder, and facilitating team communication among staff.

Applicants should be 18+, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and hold an Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card. A reliable transportation method is required and occasional reassignment to another school may occur.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and care for children from 6 weeks to pre-kinder.
• Facilitate communication between staff members and support team cohesion; may be reassigned to another school as needed.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

SUMMARY

The Community Education Activity Helper is responsible for the instruction, care, and development of children ranging from 6 weeks old to pre-kinder and for facilitating communication between staff members assigned to their team. Depending on department needs and program staffing, must be willing to be temporarily reassigned to another school as necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• Must have reliable mode of transportation.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department.
• 12 hours of the Department of Economic Services (DES) health and safety classes (required within 60 days of hire – at no cost to employee.
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Certificate (required within 60 days of hire).
• CPR and First Aid Certification(required within 90 days of hire at employee's expense).Certification must be maintained current during courseof employment.
• Complete and maintain 18 hours of required state trainings per year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six (6) months of childcare experience

COMMENTS

• Location: Brichta Infant & Early Learning Center - 2110 W. Brichta Dr.
• FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
• Work Calendar: 12 month

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

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.