Principal - Booth Fickett K-8 School (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)

Booth - Fickett Math & Science K-8: Building Futures, One Child at a Time! Located between Kolb and Prudence Roads, Booth-Fickett is a vibrant K-8 community where the love of learning is cultivated in every child. Booth-Fickett’s focus on STEM excellence provides a rigorous yet supportive environment where students thrive.

Lead Innovation at Booth-Fickett. Join a vibrant school community where equity, opportunity, and innovation thrive. Located in a culturally rich neighborhood, Booth-Fickett empowers students to excel. As Principal, you'll collaborate with a dedicated team to inspire and guide our scholars. Let's build a legacy of excellence together.

• Location: The school is situated at 450 S Montego Dr, Tucson, AZ 85710
• Mascot: Falcons
• Student Population: Booth-Fickett is one of our smaller K-8 schools in the district, making it family friendly with a community-oriented environment which leads to a greater sense of connection and belonging.
• Historical Signifance: Founded in 1961, Booth-Fickett K-8 School was formed through the merger of Booth Elementary School and Fickett Middle School reflective of shifts in educational philosophy and demographics within the Tucson Unified School District.
• Diversity: The student body is predominantly Hispanic (46%), reflecting the vibrant cultural tapestry of Tucson. Other demographic groups include White (15%), African American (28%), Native American (3%), Multi-Racial (6%) and Asian American (2%).
• Academic Performance: Booth-Fickett fosters a dynamic learning environment with a focus on academic excellence. We offer challenging academic pathways, including advanced and accelerated mathematics programs, allowing students to pursue their intellectual curiosity.
• Programs and Achievements: As an OMA school, Booth Fickett is committed to well-rounded education extending beyond academics, providing high-quality music instruction to all kindergarten through third-grade students. Middle schoolers at Booth-Fickett enjoy a wide range of engaging electives, including physical education, band, orchestra, art, AVID, Lego technology, GATE resources, and student council. These opportunities allow students to explore their interests, develop valuable skills, and discover their passions.

This information highlights the school's vibrant community and commitment to education in the Tucson area.

ABOUT TUCSON UNIFIED
As Southern Arizona's largest school district, Tucson Unified School District provides its team with cutting-edge educational training and support programs.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Tucson Unified School District, in partnership with parents and the greater community, is to assure each pre-K through 12th-grade student receives an engaging, rigorous, and comprehensive education.

The District is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination in all District activities. At all times, District staff should work to ensure that staff, parents, students, and members of the public are included and welcome to participate in District activities.

POSITION SUMMARY
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 and ensure that the learning environment is inclusive and equitable.

REPORTS TO Assistant Superintendent, Regional

MINIMUM 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)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Consideration will be given to applicants who explicitly confirm possession of the following preferred qualifications in their resume or application:

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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization

POSITION SPECIFICS

EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 School Year

LOCATION: Booth-Fickett K-8 School - Kolb & Prudence area

FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day

START DATE: July 1, 2025

SALARY RANGE: $84,664.60 - $98,292.98 annually

WORK CALENDAR: 12 months

First Review of Applications will begin on February 17, 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE HIRING PROCESS:

• Upon submission of a successfully completed application meeting the minimum requirements, your experience will be thoroughly reviewed and ranked by preferred qualifications.
• After ranking is completed, successful candidates will be matched with prospective schools and invited to School Council interviews.
• At the conclusion of the School Council interviews, two candidates will be forwarded to interview with the Superintendent’s leadership team who will make final recommendations to the TUSD Governing Board for appointment.

Employment for the 2025-2026 School Year begins for Principals on July 1, 2025.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on the 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.