LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Summary

Position Type:
Support Staff - Pre-School/After School Care/Program Specialist - L.I.N.K.

Date Posted:
6/18/2025

Location:
L.I.N.K.

Date Available:
7/30/25

Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED TITLE: LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST

CONTRACT TERMS: 10 months

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff Salary Schedule - Group A

• $ 15.19

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To plan and execute necessary and appropriate educational and enrichment activities in the LINK program to provide a positive atmosphere and experiences for students. Supervises LINK Aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares instructional materials and physical environment;
• Plans and prepares for group and individual activities;
• Completes program paperwork as necessary;
• Assists with the supervision of LINK Aides;
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities;
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills;
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Must meet one of the first two qualifications:

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and six months of documented child care experience; OR
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry a preschool aged child, if necessary, in case of illness, injury, fire drill, etc.

A. COMMITMENT AND DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to district policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance;
STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress associated with the position;
PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts with students, staff and parents;
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use sound judgment in performing job and have the responsibility for some confidential information;
EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to LINK Program Director and Asst Director
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: LINK Aides.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online.

Job Description

Position Type:
Support Staff - Pre-School/After School Care/Program Specialist - L.I.N.K.

Date Posted:
6/18/2025

Location:
L.I.N.K.

Date Available:
7/30/25

Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED TITLE: LINK PROGRAM SPECIALIST

CONTRACT TERMS: 10 months

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff Salary Schedule - Group A

• $ 15.19

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To plan and execute necessary and appropriate educational and enrichment activities in the LINK program to provide a positive atmosphere and experiences for students. Supervises LINK Aides.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares instructional materials and physical environment;
• Plans and prepares for group and individual activities;
• Completes program paperwork as necessary;
• Assists with the supervision of LINK Aides;
• Supervises students during instructional and non-instructional activities;
• Provides individual and group instructional support to reinforce skills;
• Provides enrichment and remedial assistance as required;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Must meet one of the first two qualifications:

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and six months of documented child care experience; OR
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development, or closely related field.
• Must communicate and work well with staff, students and parents.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry a preschool aged child, if necessary, in case of illness, injury, fire drill, etc.

A. COMMITMENT AND DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to district policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

TIME MANAGEMENT: Must plan two to twelve weeks in advance;
STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress associated with the position;
PUBLIC CONTACT: Interacts with students, staff and parents;
LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use sound judgment in performing job and have the responsibility for some confidential information;
EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to LINK Program Director and Asst Director
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: LINK Aides.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online.