Learning Center Instructor - Part Time - Poston Junior High School

Young World Physical Education; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Pay

Experience-based Pay Increment

Education-based Pay Increment

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a part-time Learning Center Instructor at Poston Junior High School in Mesa, Arizona. This role involves supervising and tutoring students, and maintaining accurate records. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma and either an Associate’s Degree or passing the ParaPro Test.

The position offers performance pay based on experience and education, with a salary of $17.78 per hour. Candidates should be able to work well with students and demonstrate effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at hire.
• Must pass the ParaPro Test if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students assigned to Alternative Learning Center.
• Monitor student activities in the program.
• Tutor students as needed.

Skills

Student supervision

Communication skills

Tutoring

Computer proficiency

Ability to work well with adolescents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Learning Center Instructor - Part Time - Poston Junior High School

Mesa USD 4 Poston Junior High - Mesa, Arizona. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5755144
• Application Deadline: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
• Posted: Jun 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

To monitor the behavior of students assigned to the Alternative Learning Center; to manage morning and lunch detentions; and to maintain accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students assigned to Alternative Learning Center
• Monitor the activities of students assigned to Alternative Learning Center Program
• Tutor Alternative Learning Center students as appropriate
• Confer with teachers and administration to communicate the progress of individual students
• Perform record keeping to maintain documentation of participation in program
• Attend meetings as assigned to share information and/or to improve skills/knowledge
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to work well with students, parents, district personnel and general public.
• Experience with adolescent age children.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with constant interruptions, meet deadlines and with minimum supervision.
• Ability to tutor students in reading, math and English.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Part of a learning center or resource room focused on academic support, tutoring, or intervention.
• Daily interaction with small groups or individual students, often those needing extra academic help or accommodations.
• Providing instructional support tailored to students' needs (reading, writing, math, study skills, etc.).
• Work may vary from pull-out sessions, in-class support, or standalone intervention blocks.
• Designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and conducive to all types of learners, including those with disabilities.

Benefits

None.

Performance Pay available annually.

New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified similar experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum.

New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position.

Employment Type

Part-time (29 hours per week)

Salary

$17.78 per hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.