Category: Administrative/Superintendent
Date Posted: 2/9/2016
Location: Tucson Unified School District
Date Closing: Open Until Filled
- Asst. Superintendent-Curriculum & Instruction.docx
Lead on the Frontier:ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
The Tucson Unified School District is looking for an Assistant Superintendent- curriculum and instruction. Our commitment to excellence and equity is reflected in a rigorous multiculturalcurriculum, culturally responsive pedagogy, professional learning communities, teacher support, innovative family and community engagement and a host of other initiatives that push the frontiers of public education.
What we are looking for:
The Tucson Unified School District is looking for a motivated and effective instructional leader that possess the necessary skillset to promote equity and excellence. We want a passionate and dedicated individual who appreciate relevant professional development andaccess to and support for rigorous academic content. The District promotes fair and sensible disciplinary practices, culturally and linguistically responsive family engagement,multicultural curriculum, and culturally responsive pedogogy.Our teams arecommitted to and insist oninclusive school climates, and the districtworks hard to recruit and retain a diverse staff.
If you are a leader who believes in the success of all students from racially, ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse backrounds, then we invite you to apply for the Assistant Superintendent- curriculum and instruction.
ABOUT TUCSON UNIFIED
As Southern Arizona's largest district, Tucson Unified School District is able to provide its team cutting edge educational training and support programs.
Five reasons to work in Tucson Unified:
- We'rethe place for your talent and passion for student achievement andclosing the achievement gap.
- We’re an urban school district that believes all students can achieve at high levels.
- We’re committed to providing our students with multiculturaland culturally responsive education.
- We’re transforming our school district and the community bymaking a difference in the lives of our students.
- We valueand recognize ourinnovative, highly performing, and creative staff.
Join TucsonUnifiedandserve in the forefront of American education in beautiful Tucson, Arizona. As the second largest district in the state we have 89 schools and proudly serving, over 49,000 students, parents, and families since 1867.
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 grade student 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.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the development and enactment of the district’s innovative curriculum and pedagogical practices. In addition, the person in this position plays a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of the district strategic plan and its comprehensive plan for attaining unitary status.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Education or a related field
Seven (7) years experience to include any combination of Instruction, Curriculum Development, and Administration.
Experience working with curriculum and instruction in an educational setting or related field that addresses multicultural and culturally responsive instructional programs.
Experience evaluating instructional programs and teaching effectiveness
Experience managing budgets and personnel
Knowledge of State and Federal Education requirements
Demonstrated experience working in a large and /or urban school district.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate degree in Education or a related field
Three (3) years experience as a site administrator
Bilingual / Biliterate (Spanish/English)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
FBI fingerprint background check (at employee’s expense).
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
COMMENTS
Please be sure to uploadcover letter, resume
Salary: DOE
For more information and/or apply, please visit: The Job ID is #3718
Notice of Nondiscrimination
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. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning Governing Board, District employees, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.