Principal Dunham Elementary School (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District

Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 78336 - 90946

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

DunhamElementary School: Lead a Legacy of Excellence!

Dunham Elementary isnt just a school; its a high-performing community where data-driven instruction meets a deeply collaborative spirit. Boasting some of the highest Math and ELA scores in the district we are seeking a leader who can sustain our academic momentum while fostering an inclusive communicative environment for our students staff and parents.

As the Principal of Dunham Elementary you will be the architect of our Culture of Achievement. You will lead a dedicated team of educators who prioritize research-based instruction and individualized student interventions.

Are You the Right Fit We are looking for a candidate who is:

Data-Informed Not Data-Driven: You understand that behind every test score is a student with a story.
An Expert Communicator: You value the classroom-to-home connection and support our tradition of consistent transparent updates.
A Collaborative Mentor: You dont just manage; you empower your staff to innovate.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Dunham familyhelp us shape the next generation of kind resilient leaders!

Location: 9850 E 29^th St Tucson AZ 85748

Mascot:Panthers

Student Population: Offering grades K-5 Dunham has a beautifully diverse student population representative of families from all walks of life.

Historical Significance: Dunham Elementary is named afterAlice Fulmer Dunham a pivotal figure in Tucson education who served as a teacher and principal for 25 years and was a strong advocate for public kindergartens. The school represents the evolution of public education in Tucson which saw early efforts to integrate English and Spanish instruction as early as the 1870s.

Diversity: The student body is predominantly Hispanic (44.1%) proudly serving a student body that embodies the cultural heart and history of the Southwest. Other demographic groups include White (27.2%) African American (22.1%) Native American (1.5%) Multi-Racial (2.2%) and Asian American (2.9%).

Programs and Achievements: Dunham offers Extended-Day Programs Gifted & Talented Education (GATE) and Opening Minds through the Arts (OMA) Programs.

This information highlights the schools vibrant community and commitment to education in the Tucson area.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Tucson Unified School District in partnership with parents and the greater community is to assure each pre-K through 12th-gradestudent receives an engaging rigorous and comprehensive education.

The District is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination 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 TO

Assistant Superintendent Region 5:Pantano

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: 2026-2027 School Year

LOCATION:Dunham Elementary School -29th & Old Spanish Trail Area

FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day

START DATE:July 1 2026

SALARY RANGE:$78336.85 to $90946.65

WORK CALENDAR: 12 months

First Review of Applications will begin on February 24 2026.

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.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

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

DunhamElementary School: Lead a Legacy of Excellence!Dunham Elementary isnt just a school; its a high-performing community where data-driven instruction meets a deeply collaborative spirit. Boasting some of the highest Math and ELA scores in the district we are seeking a leader who can sustain our a...