Paraeducator

Compass High School

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 12 days ago

    Highlights

    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. 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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTucson, AZ

    Description

    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!

    Requirements

    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.

    Benefits

    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
    • Training & Development
    • Paid training with advancement opportunities

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