Teacher - 6th,7th,8th Grade Elementary Model (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

IMDiversity; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 48,400 - 55,900; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity is seeking a full-time Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year at Tucson Unified School District's Mary Belle McCorkle Academy of Excellence. This role involves managing the learning environment, preparing lesson plans, collaborating with a team, and ensuring the advancement of student achievement. Applicants must hold an Arizona Elementary Certificate K-8 and possess a current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. The salary ranges from $48,400 to $55,900 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing learning environments and preparing lesson plans.
• Ability to evaluate and monitor student performance.
• Understanding of diversity in education.

Responsibilities

• Manage the learning environment to achieve student success.
• Work collaboratively with a teaching team.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning.

Skills

Engaging African American and Latino students

Collaborative planning

Commitment to continuous learning

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Arizona Elementary Certificate K-8

Job description

Teacher - 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Elementary Model (2026-2027 School Year)

Tucson Unified School District – Mary Belle McCorkle Academy of Excellence PreK-8 School, Tucson, Arizona

Job Details

Job ID: 5654411

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Effectively manage the learning environment to prepare lesson plans, instruct students, evaluate and monitor student performance in order to advance student achievement. Understand and appreciate diversity. Work collaboratively with a team to plan instruction. Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning.

Minimum Requirements

• Arizona Elementary Certificate K-8
• Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students
• Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement

Additional Requirements After Hire

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization

Location & Schedule

Effective: 2026-2027 School Year

Location: Mary Belle McCorkle K‑8 – Ajo & Mission Area, 8th Grade

FTE: 1.0 – 7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.5 months

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.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. Probationary contracts will be issued for any contingent certifications, positions that are 0.6 FTE or less, and certified employees within their first three years with the District.

Position Type and Salary

Full‑time. Salary: $48,400 to $55,900 per year.

Other Requirements

Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

EEO Statement

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.