Teacher Assistant (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Assistant to support teachers in the classroom for the upcoming school year. The role requires strong communication skills and prior experience working with youth. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and will undergo background checks post-hire.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working with youth required.
• Completion of AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test or higher degree.
• Related training or education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in performing classroom teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

SUMMARY
Assists teachers in performing their classroom teaching responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Speak, read and write in English.
One year of experience working with youth.
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
AND
Completion of an AZ Dept. of Education-approved Academic Assessment Test OR Associate’s (or higher) degree OR Two-years (60 Semester-Hour credits) of post high school general education studies.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Related training or education

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Copy of diploma, transcript or test results must be submitted at time of hire.
FBI fingerprint background check.
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

COMMENTS
Effective: 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Borton Magnet Elementary School – 22^nd St & Park Ave Area

Classification: White Collar

FTE: 0.625 – 5 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9 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.

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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.