What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager - Exceptional Education (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified District?
SUMMARY
Manages activities of the Tucson Unified School District Exceptional Education program at school sites, program guidelines, and compliance.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in special education or related field
Valid Arizona Teacher Certificate
Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
Five (5) years of special education teaching or leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in creating, organizing, and supervising instructional programs
Evidence of successful experience in communication with school system personnel, students, parents, and the community in promoting school-community relations
Record of successful experience in working with a diverse population including students with linguistic and cultural variety and/or within the school and community
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Arizona Administrative Certificate, or eligibility to obtain such certification
Experience or training in both elementary and secondary education.
Experience in supportive service plans and programs including special education and experience with or knowledge of programmatic reviews and revisions using data collection and stakeholder collaboration.
Bilingual - Spanish/English
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department.
Valid Arizona Driver's License
MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
COMMENTS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Exceptional Education Department
Classification: Non-Bargaining
FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month
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.
Salary : $67,969 - $78,914