1691 - Instructor (Pima Vocational High School)

Salary: $46,097.00 - $62,230.00 Annually
Location : Tucson, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-01092
Department: Community Resources
Division: CR STATE EQUAL
Opening Date: 07/07/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Position Description
REVISED
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary Grade: 8
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $46,097 - $54,164 Annually
Full Range: $46,097 - $62,230 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Pima Vocational High School (PVHS) is seeking to fill multiple positions for 2023-2024 Math, ELA, Social Studies, and/or Special Education. PVHS is an accredited High School and division of the Pima County Community and Workforce Development Department.
We are seeking highly motivated and positive teachers to teach four classes per day in their subject area(s) and one additional advising class at a small High School for students 16-21 years old. These students are voluntarily returning to school seeking a fully accredited High School diploma, vocational skills, and a comprehensive career plan. Our school design includes small classes of 15 students or less within small school sites with 50-60 students total per site. Our teachers work with and mentor "at-risk" students, including those who are parenting, homeless, and/or low-income, to master their subject area and meet the State requirements for High School graduation.
We are a year-round school that has been highly recognized for employing innovative and creative ways to help our students not only meet graduation requirements but to give them life skills that will help them be successful in whatever endeavor they choose post-graduation. Each small school site works cooperatively with the instructional team consisting of teachers, a counselor, a vocational specialist, and an administrator. Social services for students are available on-site.
Please note:

• Pima County offers excellent benefits and wellness programs.
• You may apply through the Pima Vocational High School at
• You may also call (520) 724-9404 for more information.

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.
Duties/Responsibilities
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs 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 and/or other applicable requirements;
Assesses the needs of students and develops, implements and evaluates daily lesson plans for students including scheduled activities and materials;
Plans and modifies program instruction to meet the needs of individual students;
Evaluates the performance of students regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and makes necessary provisions to meet learning needs;
Ensures students and parents 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;
Notifies administration of the special needs of students who display characteristics which vary from the norm;
Collaborates with specialists to assist students;
Maintains partnerships with parents, school staff, and partners;
Maintains appropriate records and files required reports in a timely manner;
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;
Plans lessons that are relevant to students and connects learning and behavior to current needs of the general workforce;
Collaborates with Pima County One-Stop Staff to assist students in acquiring additional training, education and/or employment opportunities after graduation;
May monitor the activities of a teacher's aide or classroom volunteers.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:

• education practices and procedures with emphasis on school-to-work strategies;
• teaching strategies that meet the learning styles of all students;
• research-based strategies to reconnect older out-of-school youth;
• Arizona school laws and rules promulgated by the Arizona State Board of Education and Arizona State Board for Charter Schools, or other applicable laws, regulations and policies.

Skill in:

• utilizing teaching strategies proven to be effective with older, out-of-school youth and young adults;
• working as a site team to ensure effective academic and vocational instruction;
• communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field defined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment;
• Must be Highly Qualified in subject area, meaning a minimum of 24 hours of college-level math, English or Social Studies courses and/or passing the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment for subject area; Special Education teachers must have valid Arizona Certification.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
The ideal candidate for a teaching position at Pima Vocational High School will be a person who has:

1. Experience working with students who are economically disadvantaged and at risk for dropping out of High School.
2. Experience creating a classroom environment that is safe so that students can engage in the learning process.
3. Experience demonstrating respect and kindness to all students as well as staff.
4. Experience building the confidence and self-esteem of students who have been told they cannot succeed by other institutions.
5. Experience and success with special populations including unhoused, Native Americans, African Americans, English language learners, and/or special education students and their families.

Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid, current Arizona Teacher Certification, with Highly Qualified Teacher Status according to the Arizona State Department of Education required for Charter School assignment. 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 require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application. Failure to obtain/maintain the required certification/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.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
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.
Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by