Student Success Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District seeks a program coordinator to plan and develop student/family mentoring initiatives, raising academic and social achievement. The role acts as the liaison between TUSD and local businesses to support mentoring efforts.

Qualified candidates will have a related bachelor’s degree, several years of experience with school-age programs, and an Arizona IVP clearance. Flexibility to work evenings/weekends is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling, or related field.
• Four years experience providing direct services and oversight for a program involving school-age children.
• AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test or equivalent.
• Six years progressive experience with school-age programs.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Verbal and written English communication; ability to read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and develop student/family mentor programs to raise academic and social achievement.
• Disseminate information about the mentor program and serve as liaison with the business community.
• Perform related work and coordinate with Tucson Unified School District and partners.

Skills

Communication

Language skills (other than English)

Flexibility

Community contacts

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education/Social Services/Counseling or related

Associate’s degree or 60 credits / Academic Assessment Test

Six years progressive experience with school-age programs

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Driver's license required

Tools

Driver's license

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.

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 a valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 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: 2026-2027 SCHOOL 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.