Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)

Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Luke Elementary in Glendale, AZ invites applications for a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA). The role reports to the Principal and supports day-to-day operations, instructional planning, and program implementation across the campus to enhance student achievement.

Requires a Master’s degree in education (preferred), valid AZ teaching certificate, and principal certification or in progress. Three years of leadership and classroom experience are expected, along with strong communication,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education preferred.
• Valid Arizona teaching certificate required.
• Valid Arizona Principal certificate or in progress preferred.
• Obtain and maintain AZ IVP FPCC.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the day-to-day operations of the school, including events and discipline.
• Assists in managing certificated and support staff as assigned.
• Supervises the cleanliness and care of the school facility.
• Ensures staff compliance with policies, statutes and procedures.
• Implements programs or projects as assigned by building administration.
• Teaches classes as needed.
• Maintains rapport with students, staff, and community.
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Instructional Planning

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Curriculum alignment

Confidentiality

Classroom management

Staff supervision

Program administration

Ethical behavior

Education

Master’s degree in education

Arizona teaching certificate

Arizona Principal certificate (preferred)

AZ Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Dysart Unified School District Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ - Glendale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)

This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5915146

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Principal

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SUPERVISES

Yes

JOB FAMILY

Academic Instruction

FTE

1.0

WORK CALENDAR

197

GRADE

Certified Salary Schedule

REVISED

02/21/2023

SUMMARY:Support building administration in the day-to-day operations of the school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the day-to-day operations of the school as assigned including but not limited to before school events/programs, after school events/programs, and discipline.
• Assists in the management of both certificated and support staff as assigned.
• Assists in supervising the cleanliness and care of the school facility.
• Ensures compliance by staff with Governing Board policies, state statutes and district procedures.
• Implements any programs or projects as assigned by building administration.
• Teaches classes as needed.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Master’s degree in education or in current program preferred.
• Valid Arizona teaching certificate.
• Valid Arizona Principal certificate or in current program preferred.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years of experience and demonstrated success in facilitating student growth.
• Demonstrated organization and leadership qualities.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Reading and interpreting general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals.
• Writing general correspondence and speaking effectively with others.
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Principles and practices of program administration.
• Basic principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.

SKILL IN:

• Applying reason to research and solving moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Interpreting an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms.
• Performing basic original research to assist with developing teaching plans and instructional materials.
• Maintaining and updating documentation.
• Organizing and maintaining records, files and program information.
• Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
• Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor classroom environment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type: Full-Time Benefited

Salary: $50,517 Per Year

Welcome to Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ

Luke Elementary School is proud to continue the strong partnership with the community of Luke Air Force Base and surrounding areas. Luke is proud to host many of our military’s own children and work together with the base supports to ensure smooth transition for all families. We are committed to providing an extraordinary academic experience. Luke Educators use the Arizona State Standards to plan for rigorous instruction, utilizing effective engagement strategies while ensuring that all students are progressing through the standards. In addition, Luke Educators work as cohesive Professional Learning Communities to collaborate on upcoming standards, reviewing data from assessments and make adjustments to ensure student success.Providing close access from the communities surrounding Luke Air Force Base, the school is located on Dysart Road, just North of Glendale Avenue with closes access to the 101, 303 and Northern Parkway.

Contact Information

• Dysart USD HR Department
• 15802 North Parkview Place
• Surprise, Arizona 85374
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]