Teacher Master (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARY

The Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is looking for Master Teachers who have proven outstanding classroom teaching performance as evidenced by performance evaluation results or other indicators including but not limited to references awards articles etc. and who have demonstrated student gains from standardized testing or other measures. These teachers will have a demonstrated cycle of lesson planning implementation and assessment that are standards-based and aligned to the district guidelines and that include accelerated learning expectations curriculum and/or outcomes. The TUSD Master Teacher will effectively manage the learning environment to support high student engagement in an accelerated learning environment. Prepare lesson plans in collaboration with teacher teams (e.g. PLC team student teacher etc.). Evaluate and monitor student performance using actionable data to drive decision-making to advance student achievement. Understand and appreciate diversity; apply and use culturally responsive pedagogy and equitable practices to produce a respectful environment where every student feels valued. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning at a personal level at a mentorship level and at a peer level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Appropriate Arizona Teaching Certificate.
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Minimum of four (4) years of teaching experience.

Certain endorsement/approved areas(s) may be required for highly qualified/appropriately certified purposes.

Teaching experience and/or education in accelerated learning environments including but not limited to courses programs and/or curriculum.
Experience with and a desire to work with student teachers.
Experience with multi-cultural curriculum and/or culturally responsive pedagogy.
Experience in peer collaboration and planning in PLC format.
Experience analyzing and interpreting student achievement data and its application to instruction (Data literacy skills).
Experience with project-based learning or other strategies that encourage high student engagement.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Bilingual (Spanish/English).
Six (6) or more years of teaching experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Availability to work flex hours as needed to include evenings and weekends in activities such as:

PD conferences workshops presentations etc.
Meetings or other events associated with student teacher(s)
Developing and/or collaborating with community partnerships community and business organizations etc. to incorporate real-world skills into standards-based lesson design

THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT FUNDED FOR ONE YEAR ONLY.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles) or proof of MMR immunization.

COMMENTS

Effective:2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location:Borton Magnet Elementary School 22^nd St & Park Ave Area

FTE: 1.0 7.5 hours per day
Work Calendar: 9.5 month

THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT FUNDED FOR ONE YEAR ONLY.

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

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:

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