Teacher *POOL* - High School, Physical Education (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Teacher for the Tucson Unified School District who will advance student achievement through effective classroom management and lesson planning. The ideal candidate will engage students in various courses, maintain a respectful learning environment, and appreciate diversity.

This position requires teaching certificates, a commitment to student engagement, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans and evaluating student progress. Competitive candidates will also possess bilingual abilities and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Advance student achievement through effective management of the learning environment.
• Prepare lesson plans, evaluate, and monitor student performance.
• Provide effective and equitable instruction to students.

Skills

Arizona Elementary Certificate with Physical Education K-12 Endorsement

Arizona Secondary Certificate with Physical Education Approved Area OR Physical Education K-12 Endorsement

Bilingual (Spanish) endorsement

Demonstrated success in engaging African American and Latino students

Education

Arizona Physical Education Certificate Pre-K-12

Arizona Subject Matter Expert Certificate 6-12 in Physical Education

Arizona Special Education Certificate with Physical Education K-12 Endorsement

Job description

SUMMARY

A Teacher in the Tucson Unified School District advances student achievement through effective management of the learning environment, including preparing lesson plans, evaluating, and monitoring student performance and progress. Our Teachers provide effective and equitable instruction to students in various planned courses. Our Teachers demonstrate a solid commitment to continuous learning and understand and appreciate diversity; they collaboratively develop instructional strategies that encourage students to analyze and interpret class material. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe, respectful classroom to create an environment conducive to optimizing student strengths while simultaneously developing their natural curiosity and love of learning.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Arizona Elementary Certificate with Physical Education K‑12 Endorsement
• Arizona Secondary Certificate with Physical Education Approved Area OR Physical Education K‑12 Endorsement
• Arizona Physical Education Certificate Pre‑K‑12
• Arizona Subject Matter Expert Certificate 6‑12 in Physical Education
• Arizona Special Education Certificate with Physical Education K‑12 Endorsement
• Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

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

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

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

LOCATION AND TEACHING SCHEDULE

Effective 2026‑2027 school year.

Location: Multiple Locations – District‑Wide.

FTE: Varies. Typical Teacher FTE 1.0, 7.5 hours per day.

Work Calendar: 9.5 months – 207 days (212 days for new to district teachers).

CONDITIONS

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

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.