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Tucson, Arizona
Ready for a change in climate?
Tucson enjoys more sunshine than any other city in the
United States - about 350 days each year
Ready for a change in academic climate?
Tucson Unified schools enjoy wonderful collaborative working relationships
among its employees, and strong support and mentorship in the classroom.
Why join the Tucson Unified team?
Programs & Services
The Tucson Unified School
District offers many unique opportunities that allow for personal and
professional growth.
Diversity
The largest
school district in Tucson, TUSD educates students in many different ethnic
groups, providing a very unique teaching experience. Working at TUSD also
presents an opportunity to work with a population of culturally diverse
colleagues.
Curriculum and
Instruction Resources
TUSD is proud
of the curriculum implemented and instructional pedagogy that is used by our
expert teachers in each of our classrooms. This has allowed for implementation
of the following resources:
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Strong foundation and support for teachers in curriculum resources which are
available in a variety of different formats to be used in each content area.
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Resources include
district adopted textbooks as well as research
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based documents that when implemented, provide equity
across our classrooms.
Career and
Technical Education
TUSD is a
participating member of the Pima County Joint Technological Education District (JTED),
receiving millions of dollars in local funding to provide program needs at our
high schools such as high-tech equipment, technology, software, facilities, etc.
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Many programs offer articulated or dual enrollment in Pima Community College
credit.
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Active CTSO (Career and Technical Education Student Organization) components
integrated into the curriculum.
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TUSD Career and Technical Education is always looking for the best from business
and industry to join our team of award winning and dedicated
professional teachers.
Classroom Technology
With technology a “norm” in our
society, Tucson Unified School District has implemented a technology plan
concerning all classrooms within the District. The plan includes:
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At least a 7 to 1 computer ratio in each classroom.
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All teachers have access to an Internet-ready computer to
offer the best in 21st Century Teaching and Learning.
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Approximately 1,450 interactive white boards throughout
the District, with more coming every year in an effort to allow teachers to
conduct interactive learning with their students.
Professional/Staff
Development
Professional development
opportunities abound at Tucson Unified School District for all employees. Due to
TUSD’s focus on student achievement, professional development is a priority for
certified employment. Professional development opportunities include:
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A “Back to School” conference held every year to get you
ready for the new school year.
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Networking opportunities available at your site and
districtwide.
New Teacher
Induction Program
This 2-year program will provide
new teachers with the opportunity to:
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Meet and collaborate with your colleagues district wide.
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Participate in the Skillful Teaching I training.
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A Mentoring program is being developed to assist you with
your first years of teaching.
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TUSD also has Instructional
Coaches at sites to support district initiatives, learning-focused
conversations, and intercultural proficiency.
And did we mention the weather?
Take a tour of Tucson
HERE
Take a tour of
impressive School Choices HERE
Contact Information:
Tucson Unified School District
1010 E. Tenth St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-6000
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whole picture HERE
Hope to see you in Tucson…soon!
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