Principal - Valencia Middle School (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)

Valencia Middle School, located in the heart of Tucson, serves a diverse and vibrant community that takes pride in its strong neighborhood connections. The school offers a welcoming and inclusive environment, fostering academic growth and personal development for students in grades 6 through 8. Valencia is committed to preparing students for success in high school and beyond, providing access to robust programs like the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) initiative, multiple fine arts programs, and 21st Century Community Learning Centers. These programs support students in developing critical thinking, leadership, and collaborative skills, essential for their future success.

The surrounding community reflects a rich cultural tapestry, united by shared values of equity and opportunity. Valencia's dedicated staff and faculty work closely with families and community partners to create a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere. With a focus on student achievement and closing opportunity gaps, the school seeks a principal who is passionate about fostering equity and leading innovative educational strategies to inspire the next generation of learners.

• Location: The school is situated at 4400 W Irvington Rd, Tucson, AZ 85746.
• Grades: It serves students in grades 6 through 8.
• Enrollment: The student population is approximately 644, with a balanced male-to-female ratio (348 males and 296 females).
• Student-Teacher Ratio: With about 40.6 full-time equivalent teachers, the ratio stands at 15.86 students per teacher, promoting smaller class sizes.
• Demographics: The school has a majority Hispanic student body (516 students), reflecting the cultural diversity of the region.
• Mascot: The school’s mascot is the Jaguar.
• History: Valencia Middle School is part of the Tucson Unified School District, one of the oldest districts in Arizona.

This information highlights the school's vibrant community and commitment to education in the Tucson area.

ABOUT TUCSON UNIFIED
As Southern Arizona's largest school district, Tucson Unified School District provides its team with cutting-edge 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 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.

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, Regional

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master's 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 QUALIFICATIONS Consideration 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: 2025-2026 School Year

LOCATION: Valencia Middle School - Irvington & Camino de Oeste Area

FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day

START DATE: July 1, 2025

SALARY RANGE: $84,664.60 - $98,292.98

WORK CALENDAR: 12 months

First Review of Applications will begin on January 13, 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE HIRING PROCESS:

1. Upon submission of a successfully completed application meeting the minimum requirements, your experience will be thoroughly reviewed and ranked by preferred qualifications.
2. After ranking is completed, successful candidates will be matched with prospective schools and invited to School Council interviews.
3. At the conclusion of the School Council interviews, two candidates will be forwarded to interview with the Superintendent’s leadership team who will make final recommendations to the TUSD Governing Board for appointment.

Employment for the 2025-2026 School 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 the Employee 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.