Job Description Summary

Department - Community & Workforce Development

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide educational services for students enrolled in Pima County’s Las Artes alternative education program as an academic skills instructor. They will employ approved curricula consistent with the mission and objectives of the applicable education program. They will prepare students ages 17-22 in reading and language arts, math, social studies and civics, and science to successfully complete their G.E.D. exam. 

Community & Workforce Development Department works with vulnerable populations and minors. A Level one Fingerprint Clearance Card, a Criminal History Self Disclosure Affidavit, and a Central Registry background check are requirements for employment.  

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Essential Functions:  

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Participates in the development of teaching strategies that meet the learning styles of students as they prepare to meet State requirements for high school graduation, General Educational Development (GED) attainment, Employment Training and/or other applicable requirements;

• Assesses the needs of students/participants and develops, implements, modifies and evaluates program instruction for students/participants, including scheduled activities and materials, in accordance with departmental requirements;

• Evaluates the performance of students/participants regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and makes necessary provisions to meet learning needs;

• Ensures students/participants, staff, and parents (if applicable) are informed of methods of evaluation utilized in the classroom;

• Participates as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities consistent with the program's mission and objectives, including monitoring the activities of a teacher's aide or classroom volunteers;

• Notifies administration of the special needs of students who display characteristics which vary from the norm;

• Maintains appropriate records and files and ensures that Arizona Department of Education and other applicable reports and documents are compiled accurately and submitted in a timely manner;

• Performs on-going research of trends and innovations in the respective academic content areas and in strategies to reconnect out-of-school youth, or adult learners;

• Collaborates with Pima County One-Stop Staff to assist students in acquiring additional training, education and/or employment opportunities after graduation or completion of program.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Six years of experience that may be any combination of completed coursework at an accredited college or university in education or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment OR experience working with at-risk individuals or vocational training, adult training or equivalent.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

Licenses and Certificates: All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety required to work with minors or vulnerable adult populations. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Actiion Activity - none; Motion Activity - simple and firm grasping and fine movement; Hearing Activity - none; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone; Vision - operate a motor vehicle, distinguish colors, have depth perception.

Working Conditions: This position requires that incumbents be able to work scheduled shifts at various locations throughout Pima County as directed by the department.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.