What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exceptional Education Teacher - Job Development Instructor (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified District?
SUMMARY
This position develops programs for on-the-job training (OJT) placements in the community of secondary Exceptional Education students in an assigned school(s), provides such services as are necessary to support students in these placements, teaches classes that support college and career readiness, and provides readiness for employment. The Exceptional Education Teacher - Job Development Instructor will teach classes in area(s) of qualification and other related duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Valid Arizona Special Education Teaching Certificate K-12
Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Knowledge of IDEA requirements
Experience working in an educational setting with students with disabilities
Knowledge of transition requirements for students with disabilities
Experience in public relations and ability to relate to a variety of potential employers
Knowledge of the community including governmental bodies, civic organizations, business and industrial firms
Ability to utilize vocational evaluations for individual students in vocational planning
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule and handle workload in a self-directed fashion
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Independent means of transportation
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Experience in vocational rehabilitation
Experience in job development for persons with disabilities
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
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)
MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License 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 insurance compliance 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
COMMENTS
Effective: 2025 - 2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Sahuaro High School- Broadway & Camino Seco Area
FTE : 1.0 - 7.5 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 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.
Probationary Contracts will be issued for any contingent Certifications, Positions that are 0.6 FTE or less, and certified employees within their first three years with the District.
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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.
