Community Education Helper - Schumaker Infant Early Learning Centers (Open-Until Filled)

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Community Education Activity Helper to provide instruction, care, and development for children from 6 weeks old to pre-kinder. The role requires strong communication skills and a High School diploma. Candidates must be 18+, hold an Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card, and have reliable transportation.

Two positions available at the Schumaker Infant & Early Learning Center in Tucson, with a full-time schedule of 8 hours per day. This position is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card is required.
• Must have reliable mode of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the instruction, care, and development of children ranging from 6 weeks old to pre-kinder.
• Facilitate communication between staff members assigned to their team.

Skills

Verbal & written communication skills in English

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

SUMMARY

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. Apply today! 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 course of employment.
• Complete and maintain 18 hours of required state trainings per year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six (6) months of childcare experience

COMMENTS

Location: Schumaker Infant & Early Learning Center - Broadway & Pantano Area

FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day

Work Calendar: 12 month

2 positions available

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.