Instructional Specialist - CTE Construction (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is seeking an instructor to teach Construction at designated sites. The role involves delivering curriculum-aligned instruction to students, assessing progress, and contributing to a safe, engaging learning environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of Construction experience, and a degree or approved credential; English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Two years of experience in Construction.
• Associate’s degree or higher, or AZ Ed-approved test, or 60 semester-hour credits.
• Submit diploma/transcripts or test results at time of hire.
• English language communication skills required; read and comprehend instructions.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in Construction in alignment with TUSD curriculum.
• Teach and assess student progress in construction-related competencies.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

English communication

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

60 semester-hour credits

AZ Department of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test

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

Instruct students in Construction. related to TUSD curriculum.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience in Construction.
• Associate’s (or higher) degree OR Completion of an AZ Department of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test OR 60 Semester-Hour credits at an institute of higher learning (Copy of diploma, transcripts or test results must be submitted at time of hire).
• Copy of diploma, transcripts or test results must be submitted at time of hire.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Requirements Prior To Start Date

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Employees assigned to certain sites that are working towards or hold NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accreditation, are required to have or be pursuing ECE (Early Childhood Education) certification; ECE Certification is required within two years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a teacher aide.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Catalina High School - Pima & Dodge Area & Cholla High School - Starr Pass & La Cholla Area

Classification: White Collar

FTE: 1 – 8 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.0 month

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

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

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.