Instructional Aide (Full-Time)
Southside Community School – Tucson, Arizona
Make a Difference Every Day
Southside Community School is a Title I charter school located in the south side of Tucson, serving students in Preschool through 8th Grade. We are dedicated to helping students and families in our community by providing a high-quality education in a safe, caring, and supportive environment. We proudly provide free breakfast, lunch, and snacks, free preschool and full-day kindergarten, and a free after-school program until 5:00 p.m.
At Southside Community School, our instructional aides are one of our most valuable resources. They play a vital role in supporting student learning, assisting teachers, and helping keep students safe throughout the school day.
We are committed to the professional growth of every employee. Many of our instructional aides have advanced into full-time teaching positions within our school. Even if teaching is not your long-term goal, we strive to provide opportunities for every staff member to develop their talents, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
If you are looking for a career where every day matters and where your work directly influences the success of children, we would love to meet you.
What We're Looking For:
Be Flexible - You can and will be asked to work with multiple grade levels and in a variety of roles throughout the school year—sometimes at a moment's notice. We are looking for someone adaptable, positive, and willing to help wherever needed.
Show Initiative - There is always meaningful work to be done. We value individuals who recognize needs, take initiative, solve problems, and actively look for ways to support students, teachers, and staff while contributing to the success of the school.
Be Dependable - Your role is essential to the education and safety of our students. Teachers, administrators, families, and students rely on you to be present, prepared, punctual, and committed every day.
Demonstrate Passion - We are looking for individuals who genuinely care about students and are committed to their own professional growth. We value team members who continually strive to improve themselves while helping those around them succeed.
Be Collaborative - Instructional aides work closely with teachers, administrators, instructional support staff, and families. The ideal candidate enjoys working as part of a team, communicates professionally, and contributes positively to our school culture.
Support Every Student - Students learn in different ways and at different paces. We value instructional aides who are patient, use positive behavior supports and de-escalation strategies, and help teachers provide differentiated instruction so all students have the opportunity to succeed.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist teachers with classroom instruction through learning centers, small-group instruction, one-on-one tutoring, and occasional whole-group instruction.
- Support teachers with classroom preparation, copying, organization, and other administrative responsibilities.
- Substitute in classrooms serving Preschool through 8th grade, sometimes with very little notice.
- Monitor students before school, during recess, in the cafeteria, after school, and during other assigned supervision duties.
- Build positive relationships with students while reinforcing school expectations and using positive behavior management and de-escalation strategies.
- Support teachers in differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students with varying academic abilities and learning styles.
- Attend professional development, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and feedback meetings designed to strengthen instructional and student support skills.
- Assist with additional responsibilities such as serving breakfast, supervising the after-school program, after-school tutoring, and other assigned duties.
- Communicate professionally with teachers, administrators, students, and families.
- Help maintain a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment throughout the school campus.
- Have opportunities to develop and lead extracurricular activities or after-school clubs based on your interests and talents. Previous aides have successfully led Folklórico, Drama Club, Art Club, and other student enrichment activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Experience working with children in a school, childcare, recreation, or similar setting preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively and take direction from teachers and administrators.
- Comfortable communicating professionally with parents and families.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Dependable with excellent attendance and professionalism.
- A genuine desire to build positive relationships with students while providing them with a safe environment in which to learn and grow.
Benefits
Southside Community School offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) participation
- Prop 301 performance incentive bonus
- Opportunities for summer employment
- Ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development
- Opportunities for career advancement within the school
- Positive, collaborative, and family-oriented work environment
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
Location: The south side of Tucson, Arizona
Join a school where your work truly matters. Whether you aspire to become a teacher or simply want to make a positive difference in the lives of children, Southside Community School is a place where your contributions are valued, your professional growth is supported, and every day brings the opportunity to positively impact students and families.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
