LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Sahuarita Unified School District; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Sahuarita Unified School District seeks a LINK Program Specialist to plan and execute educational and enrichment activities for the LINK program, ensuring a positive student experience and supervising LINK Aides.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, organizing group/individual activities, completing required paperwork, and supporting students with instruction and remediation as needed. 10-month contract, salary $15.19/hr.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the first two qualifications: HS diploma or equivalent with six months childcare experience; or an associate's/bachelor's degree in early childhood or related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instructional materials and environment for activities.
• Plans for group and individual activities.
• Completes program paperwork as necessary.
• Assists with supervision of LINK Aides.
• Supervises students during activities.
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills.
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED + childcare experience

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood

Job description

Position Type: Support Staff - Pre-School/After School Care/ Program Specialist - L.I.N.K.

Date Posted: 6/18/2025

Location: L.I.N.K.

Date Available: 7/30/25

Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

TITLE: LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST CONTRACT TERMS: 10 months SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff Salary Schedule – Group A

• $ 15.19

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To plan and execute necessary and appropriate educational and enrichment activities in the LINK program to provide a positive atmosphere and experiences for students. Supervises LINK Aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares instructional materials and physical environment;
• Plans and prepares for group and individual activities;
• Completes program paperwork as necessary;
• Assists with the supervision of LINK Aides;
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities;
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills;
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Must meet one of the first two qualifications:
  • High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and six months of documented child care experience; OR
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry a preschool aged child, if necessary, in case of illness, injury, fire drill, etc.

A. COMMITMENT AND DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to district policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance;

STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress associated with the position;

PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts with students, staff and parents;

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use sound judgment in performing job and have the responsibility for some confidential information;

EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to LINK Program Director and Asst Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: LINK Aides. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.