Special Education Teaching Assistant

Vista College Preparatory • Phoenix, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Vista College Prep is a growing network of tuition-free public charter schools in historically underserved Phoenix communities. The organization serves more than 1,700 students across five schools, and its Academic Fellow program provides tutoring and interventions intended to help students surpass state averages in reading and math. Academic Fellows work within Vista’s guiding principles of achieving excellence, making learning joyful, creating a caring community, and modeling transparency. The role supports students, teachers, and school operations under the supervision of a school administrator. Multiple service-hour contracts are available, from 100 to 1,700 hours, to be completed between August 3, 2026, and July 30, 2027. Service is generally scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or as agreed with the school site. Occasional events may also be assigned.

Requirements

• Invest in Vista’s mission and educational model, and believe in the potential of all students to achieve.
• Understand and be enthusiastic about teaching academic content.
• Have communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Agree to complete Vista College Prep Academic Fellow training upon acceptance to the program.
• Have a high school diploma or GED, or at minimum provide proof of working toward a high school diploma or GED.
• Provide documentation establishing AmeriCorps eligibility as outlined in 45 CFR §2540.200-206.
• Complete a National Service Criminal History Check as outlined in 45 CFR §2540.200-206.
• Have a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Meet AmeriCorps member eligibility requirements outlined in 45 CFR §2522.200(a).

Responsibilities

• Tutor assigned small groups of students in academic content, primarily reading and math.
• Run or support academic and behavioral interventions that advance student academic and campus culture goals.
• Support academic and operational needs to increase teacher capacity and improve teacher retention.
• Participate in experiences designed to support AmeriCorps as a teacher pipeline for Vista, under administrator supervision.
• Support systems serving English Learners.
• Help execute daily school-wide systems, including arrival, recess, lunch, and dismissal.
• Support the preparation and execution of school-wide events, including conferences, Fall Festival, Family Fun Day, orientation, and other assigned events.
• Participate in occasional national, state, or local service projects or events as assigned.

Benefits

• Cost-of-living stipend paid in even semi-monthly installments; pay is commensurate with service hours.
• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with no cost in monthly premiums.
• Eligibility for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of the service term.
• Eligibility for AmeriCorps alumni benefits.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Childcare coverage for qualified members.
• Student loan forbearance and interest payments for qualified members.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on Vista’s students and community as part of a dedicated service team.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made for interviews and, if selected, service activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED