Temporary Teacher - Elementary Physical Education (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tucson Unified School District is seeking a dedicated teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Bonillas Basic Curriculum Magnet School. This temporary position runs through May 26, 2027, with a 1.0 FTE and a 9.5-month calendar.

The role involves planning lessons, evaluating student progress, delivering effective instruction, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom. External candidates only; salary details referenced in district agreements.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Arizona teaching certificates for K-8 or PE certification.
• Must hold an IVP fingerprint clearance card at hire.
• Immunization proof or MMR as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction to students under district guidelines.
• Assess student progress and maintain a safe, respectful classroom.
• Promote diverse, inclusive learning and monitor performance.

Education

Arizona Elementary Certificate K-8

Arizona PreK-12 Physical Education Certificate

Current Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

External candidates only.

This is a TEMPORARY position for the 2026-2027 School Year only. Position will end 5/26/2027.

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 K-8 OR
• Arizona PreK-12 Physical Education Certificate
• 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

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

LOCATION

Bonillas Basic Curriculum Magnet School - 17th St & Swan Area

FTE

1.0; 7.5 Hours per day

WORK CALENDAR

9.5 months – 207 days

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.

For more information on 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.