What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator position at Compass High School?
Join a team that inspires students to be lifelong learners. We offer a self-paced alternative to conventional high school, built around an electronic curriculum and a staff committed to giving every student the structure and encouragement they need to make steady progress.
This is a full-time, on-site position in Tucson. Hours are 7:50 am to 4:50 pm, Monday through Friday. There is also the possibility of after-school activities and overnight trips.
Our assistants:
- Demonstrate respect for adolescents and know how to challenge them appropriately.
- Possess a sense of humor and a social vision grounded in tolerance and equality.
- Move students toward adulthood by modeling positive adult roles.
- Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom.
- Communicate appropriately and professionally with fellow staff.
- Implement activities to support exploration and learning.
- Commit to continuing education. We have advancement opportunities through our ongoing training.
- Love what they do!
Required
- 60 credit hours, an associate degree, or equivalent experience. All majors and degrees are encouraged to apply.
- Able to obtain CPR or first aid certification upon hire.
- Able to obtain a valid Arizona fingerprint clearance card upon hire.
- Available full-time, 7:50 am to 4:50 pm, Monday through Friday, on site.
- No prior experience required. We train you.
Preferred
- 1 year of tutoring, classroom aide work, substitute teaching, youth mentoring, or similar support with high-school-age students, including classroom support or behavior management.
- Experience supporting students one-on-one, providing substitute coverage, and collaborating with teachers.
- Experience with Google Classroom, student information systems, and attendance or grade-tracking systems.
- Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
- Conversational Spanish proficiency.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Paid training with advancement opportunities