What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Success Specialist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org)?
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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.
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Minimum Requirements
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.
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.
See full job description here!
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
- 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.
- 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
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.