Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Assessment & Accountability

WORK YEAR: 10 Months

PXU SALARY SCHEDULES: Education Support Professional

SUMMARY

The Academic Supports Specialist assists with coordinating supplemental assessment tools, instructional media, and targeted intervention activities that support the achievement of Title I students. The position helps ensure accurate administration of diagnostics, maintains access to supplemental instructional resources, and provides logistical and data support for intervention programs. This role strengthens the school's capacity to deliver services by supporting intervention staff, monitoring program implementation, and helping ensure compliance with federal requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate state and supplemental district assessments used for program planning, progress monitoring, and intervention placement aimed at identifying and addressing learning gaps specifically for Title I students.
• Provide training and support for staff administering assessments, interventions, diagnostics, and progress monitoring tools, under the guidance/direction of the appropriate administrator.
• Maintain secure handling, inventory, and return of all testing materials across assigned campuses.
• Compile, analyze, and report assessment data to inform instructional planning, uphold accountability measures, and ensure compliance with Title I requirements.
• Manage and maintain instructional media, and technology resources purchased for instructional or intervention focus, including the production of signage and outreach materials for program communication support.
• Assist with processing media for circulation, and other related media tasks aligned to academic achievement and supplemental instruction, such as tracking and reconciling inventories of books, digital licenses, and supplemental instructional materials.
• Provide technical and logistical support for computer-based intervention programs and assessment tools, ensuring consistent implementation and adherence to best practices.
• Support data collection, reporting, and compliance monitoring for Title I programs, including file and data maintenance of district and state testing results and resource documentation.
• Support with relevant data for extended-day tutoring, concept recovery programs, and other supplemental interventions.
• Serve as a liaison between instructional teams, technology testing staff, integrated action plan team and federal programs to align Title I assessment strategies, intervention efforts and compliance requirements.
• Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Government Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent, AND one year of experience in educational testing, instructional, technical, or clerical support; postsecondary education preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Avalid Arizona State Driver's License is required.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of state testing procedures, FERPA, and district accountability systems.
• Competency in student information systems, Office 365, and experience with educational technology software and testing management programs preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Skill in inventory control, record keeping, and data management systems.
• Skill in researching, analyzing, and compiling data for reports and technical documents.
• Ability to travel between district high school sites as needed.
• Ability to write professional reports and correspondence from provided instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for staff, students and families.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule during peak testing times.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at:

Phoenix Union High School District

4502 N. Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Phone: 602-764-1100

E-mail: PUHSDComplaints@phoenixunion.org