Tucson, Arizona

Ready for a change in climate?

Tucson enjoys more sunshine than any other city in the United States - about 350 days each year

Ready for a change in academic climate?

Tucson Unified schools enjoy wonderful collaborative working relationships among its employees, and strong support and mentorship in the classroom.

Why join the Tucson Unified team?

Programs & Services  

The Tucson Unified School District offers many unique opportunities that allow for personal and professional growth.

Diversity

The largest school district in Tucson, TUSD educates students in many different ethnic groups, providing a very unique teaching experience. Working at TUSD also presents an opportunity to work with a population of culturally diverse colleagues.

Curriculum and Instruction Resources

TUSD is proud of the curriculum implemented and instructional pedagogy that is used by our expert teachers in each of our classrooms. This has allowed for implementation of the following resources:

·         Strong foundation and support for teachers in curriculum resources which are available in a variety of different formats to be used in each content area.

·         Resources include district adopted textbooks as well as research - based documents that when implemented, provide equity across our classrooms.

Career and Technical Education

TUSD is a participating member of the Pima County Joint Technological Education District (JTED), receiving millions of dollars in local funding to provide program needs at our high schools such as high-tech equipment, technology, software, facilities, etc.

·         Many programs offer articulated or dual enrollment in Pima Community College credit.

·         Active CTSO (Career and Technical Education Student Organization) components integrated into the curriculum.

·         TUSD Career and Technical Education is always looking for the best from business and industry to join our team   of award winning and dedicated professional teachers.

• The Arizona Department of Education offers flexible CTE certification requirements for experienced and credentialed members of business and industry to become CTE-provisionally certified teachers.

Classroom Technology

With technology a “norm” in our society, Tucson Unified School District has implemented a technology plan concerning all classrooms within the District. The plan includes:

• At least a 7 to 1 computer ratio in each classroom.
• All teachers have access to an Internet-ready computer to offer the best in 21st Century Teaching and Learning.
• Approximately 1,450 interactive white boards throughout the District, with more coming every year in an effort to allow teachers to conduct interactive learning with their students.

Professional/Staff Development

Professional development opportunities abound at Tucson Unified School District for all employees. Due to TUSD’s focus on student achievement, professional development is a priority for certified employment. Professional development opportunities include:

• A “Back to School” conference held every year to get you ready for the new school year.
• Networking opportunities available at your site and districtwide.

New Teacher Induction Program

This 2-year program will provide new teachers with the opportunity to:

• Meet and collaborate with your colleagues district wide.

• Participate in the Skillful Teaching I training.
• A Mentoring program is being developed to assist you with your first years of teaching.
• TUSD also has Instructional Coaches at sites to support district initiatives, learning-focused conversations, and intercultural proficiency.

And did we mention the weather?

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Take a tour of impressive School Choices HERE

Contact Information:

Tucson Unified School District

1010 E. Tenth St.

Tucson, AZ 85719

(520) 225-6000

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Hope to see you in Tucson…soon!