Student Success Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Sylvania; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a dedicated program coordinator to plan, coordinate, and develop student/family mentor programs that boost academic and social outcomes.

Under general supervision, the role disseminates information, performs related duties, and serves as the liaison between TUSD and local business partners to strengthen mentoring initiatives. Flexibility for evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling, or related field.
• Four (4) years experience in direct services and program oversight for a program or project involving school age children.
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English; ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Program management

Liaison

Education

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

Associate’s degree or 60 semester-hour credits

Six years of progressive experience in direct services and program oversight

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 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

• Experience with DCS and foster care
• Demonstrated familiarity with secondary education academic standards and requirements.
• Supervisory Experience

COMMENTS

• Effective:2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR
• Location: Sites may vary
• Classification: White Collar
• FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
• Work Calendar: 12 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.