Principal - Secrist Middle School (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)
About The Position
Secrist Middle School: Where digital innovation meets the Arts! Innovation & Technology As the Principal, you will champion a culture of cutting-edge educational equity through our prestigious partnership with Verizon Innovative Learning and Digital Promise. You will oversee a state-of-the-art technology lab designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and next-generation skills. This immersive learning environment is fully equipped with industry-leading tools, including Dremel 3D Printers, ClassVR and Picoh AR headsets, and Alienware laptops for high-performance computing. Your leadership will guide the integration of hands-on STEM experiences using Sphero RVRs and Minis, Merge Cubes, 360° cameras, and Cricut smart cutting machines. By leveraging these resources and a 1:1 iPad environment, you will empower students to move beyond consumption and become creators, designers, and innovators of the future. Student-Centered Leadership At Secrist Middle School, we believe that when students take ownership of their education, there is no limit to what they can achieve. Secrist is a "student-oriented" environment where teamwork and school pride are the heartbeat of the hallways. We need a Principal who is passionate about supporting teachers and empowering students to become responsible, self-directed learners. If you are a collaborative leader who values academic mastery and wants to lead a school that feels like a family, Secrist is the place for you to make a lasting impact. Join Our Team When you join our team, you gain the support of a community that is deeply invested in "The Secrist Way"—a culture of mutual respect and school pride. Because we are a Digital Promise school, you will be part of an elite network of innovative leaders across the country, providing you with professional development and resources that few other positions can offer. We provide the tools; you provide the vision. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please visit our website or contact the Tucson Unified School District. We invite you to find your professional home within the vibrant Secrist Middle School community!
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, or closely related field
- Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Current Arizona Principal Certificate
- Two years of experience as a school Administrator (Principal or Assistant Principal)
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual, fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English/Spanish
- Five years’ experience as a school Principal
- Certified Evaluator in the Danielson Framework of Teaching
- 1 year experience administering Special Education programs
- 1 year experience administering Language Acquisition programs
- 1 year experience administering tiered systems of student behavioral and academic interventions
- 1 year experience as an Administrator of a Title 1 school
Responsibilities
- Principals in the Tucson Unified School District serve as the instructional and operational leaders of a district school and lead all stakeholders in fulfilling the collective mission and vision of the school
- promote a culture of student success through high expectations, collaborative relationships
- ensure that the learning environment is inclusive and equitable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
