Infant Care Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a professional for child care, instructing parents on developmental skills. The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and an Associate’s degree or higher along with experience in early childhood development. CPR and First Aid certifications must be current during employment.

Located in Tucson, Arizona, this role offers a part-time schedule of about 7.5 hours per day and is not eligible for district benefits for positions under 30 hours weekly. Commitment to diversity and nondiscrimination is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Two years (60 Semester Hour credits) of study at an institute of higher learning.
• One year experience in early childhood development or working with young children.
• CPR and First Aid Certification must be maintained current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for children and instructs parents in developing child-care skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of early childhood development

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher

Job description

SUMMARY

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate’s (or higher) degree
• Two-years (60 Semester-Hour credits) of study at an institute of higher learning
• 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.

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.