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

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking an HVAC instructor to deliver instruction aligned with the district curriculum. The role requires strong English literacy and the ability to read and follow written and oral instructions. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred and will support diverse learners.

Location is at Rincon High School; 9.0 month calendar; FTE 1.0 with 8 hours per day. Applicants must meet minimum education requirements and provide official transcripts at hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of HVAC-related trade experience.
• Associate’s degree or higher OR AZ Academic Assessment Test OR 60 semester hours.
• Copies of diploma or transcripts must be provided at hire.
• English language literacy and ability to read and follow written/vocal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in HVAC according to the TUSD curriculum.
• Maintain safety and proper lab/workspace procedures.

Skills

HVAC experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong reading/writing in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher

AZ Academic Assessment Test

60 Semester-Hour credits

Copies of diploma/transcripts/test results submitted at hire

Job description

SUMMARY

Instruct students in HVAC . related to TUSD curriculum.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experiencein a specific trade area HVAC.
• 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:2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Rincon High School-5th St & Swan Area

Classification: White Collar

FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day

Work Calendar:9.0 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.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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.