Principal - Booth Fickett K-8 School Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Principal - Booth Fickett K-8 School Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
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$ 84664 - 98292
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Booth Fickett Math & Science K8: Building Futures One Child at a Time! Located between Kolb and Prudence Roads BoothFickett is a vibrant K8 community where the love of learning is cultivated in every child. BoothFicketts focus on STEM excellence provides a rigorous yet supportive environment where students thrive.
Lead Innovation at BoothFickett. Join a vibrant school community where equity opportunity and innovation thrive. Located in a culturally rich neighborhood BoothFickett empowers students to excel. As Principal youll collaborate with a dedicated team to inspire and guide our scholars. Lets build a legacy of excellence together.
- Location: The school is situated at 450 S Montego Dr Tucson AZ 85710
- Mascot: Falcons
- Student Population:BoothFickett is one of our smaller K8 schools in the district making it family friendly with a communityoriented environment which leads to a greater sense of connection and belonging.
- Historical Signifance: Founded in 1961 BoothFickett K8 School was formed through the merger of Booth Elementary School and Fickett Middle School reflective of shifts in educational philosophy and demographics within the Tucson Unified School District.
- Diversity: The student body is predominantly Hispanic 46 reflecting the vibrant cultural tapestry of Tucson. Other demographic groups include White 15 African American 28 Native American 3 MultiRacial 6 and Asian American 2.
- Academic Performance: BoothFickett fosters a dynamic learning environment with a focus on academic excellence. We offer challenging academic pathways including advanced and accelerated mathematics programs allowing students to pursue their intellectual curiosity.
- Programs and Achievements: As an OMA school Booth Fickett is committed to wellrounded education extending beyond academics providing highquality music instruction to all kindergarten through thirdgrade students. Middle schoolers at BoothFickett enjoy a wide range of engaging electives including physical education band orchestra art AVID Lego technology GATE resources and student council. These opportunities allow students to explore their interests develop valuable skills and discover their passions.
This information highlights the schools vibrant community and commitment to education in the Tucson area.
ABOUT TUCSON UNIFIED
As Southern Arizonas largest school district Tucson Unified School District provides its team with cuttingedge educational training and support programs.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Tucson Unified School District in partnership with parents and the greater community is to assure each preK through 12thgradestudent receives an engaging rigorous and comprehensive education.
The District is committed to inclusion and nondiscrimination in all District activities. At all times District staff should work to ensure that staff parents students and members of the public are included and welcome to participate in District activities.
POSITION SUMMARY
Principals in the Tucson Unified School District serve as the instructional and operational leaders of a district school and lead all stakeholders in fulfilling the collective mission and vision of the school promote a culture of student success through high expectations collaborative relationships and ensure that the learning environment is inclusive and equitable.
REPORTS TOAssistant Superintendent Regional
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Masters Degree in Educational Administration Educational Leadership or closely related field
Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
Current Arizona Principal Certificate
Two years of experience as a school Administrator (Principal or Assistant Principal)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSConsideration will be given to applicants who explicitly confirm possession of the following preferred qualifications in their resume or application:
Bilingual fluent in speaking reading and writing English/Spanish
Five years experience as a school Principal
Certified Evaluator in the Danielson Framework of Teaching
1 year experience administering Special Education programs
1 year experience administering Language Acquisition programs
1 year experience administering tiered systems of student behavioral and academic interventions
1 year experience as an Administrator of a Title 1 school
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles) or proof of MMR immunization
POSITION SPECIFICS
EFFECTIVE:School Year
LOCATION: BoothFickett K8 SchoolKolb & Prudence area
FTE: 1.0 8 hours per day
START DATE:July 1 2025
SALARY RANGE:$84664.60 $98292.98 annually
WORK CALENDAR: 12 months
Annual Hard to Fill Stipend: Up to $10000
First Review of Applications will begin on March 24 2025.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE HIRING PROCESS:
- Upon submission of a successfully completed application meeting the minimum requirements your experience will be thoroughly reviewed and ranked by preferred qualifications.
- After ranking is completed successful candidates will be matched with prospective schools and invited toSchool Council interviews.
- At the conclusion of the School Council interviews two candidates will be forwarded to interview with the Superintendents leadership team who will make final recommendations to the TUSD Governing Board for appointment.
Employment for theSchool Year begins for Principals on July 1 2025.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.For more information on the salary schedule please reference theEmployee Agreements Webpage.
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.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
