Student Success Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a program coordinator to plan, coordinate and develop student/family mentor programs that boost academic and social achievement. Under general supervision, you will disseminate information, coordinate activities, and liaise with the business community to strengthen mentoring efforts.

Qualified candidates hold a relevant bachelor’s degree plus required experience, possess an Arizona IVP clearance, and are available for flexible hours including evenings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling, or related field.
• Four years of direct services and program oversight for a program involving school-age children, or six years progressive experience.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and develop student/family mentor programs to increase academic and social achievement.
• Disseminate information regarding the mentor program to stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison between Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) and business/community partners.

Skills

Communication

Liaison

Program coordination

Bilingual (English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling, or related field

Associate’s degree or 60 college credits or AZ test

AZ Dept. 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

Under general supervision plans, coordinates, and develops student/family mentor programs to increase student academic and social achievement. This position disseminates information regarding the mentor program, performs related work as assigned, and serves as the liaison between Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) and the business community for mentoring program.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling, or a related field AND
• Four (4) years experience in providing direct services and program oversight for a program or project involving school age children OR
• Associate’s (or higher) degree OR 60 Semester-Hour credits from an accredited institution OR AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test AND
• Six (6) years of progressive experience in providing direct services and program oversight for a program or project involving school age children
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions. Availability to work flexible hours as needed, to include evenings and/or weekends

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Must hold avalid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s Licenserequiredwithin 30 days of hire)and personal vehicle insurance coverage greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of auto insurance policy. Coverage must be valid throughout term of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive contacts with local refugee communities and refugee service providers, and experience.
• Verbal and written proficiency in at least one other language spoken within the local refugee community, including Kirundi/Kinyarwanda, Swahili, or French.
• Demonstrated familiarity with secondary education academic standards and requirements.
• Supervisory Experience

COMMENTS

Effective:2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Native American Student Services - Sites may vary

Classification: White Collar

FTE: .875 – 7 hours per day

Work Calendar: 10 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.