Job Description:

Principal - Hollinger K-8 School (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Hollinger K-8 is seeking a visionary, student-centered leader to serve as our next Principal. We are a community dedicated to fostering a multicultural environment where every child is empowered to reach their full potential. If you are a collaborative educator committed to equity, innovation, and bilingualism, we invite you to lead our school into the heart of the 21st century.

Our Mission & Vision
At Hollinger, we don’t just teach; we prepare students for a global society. Our mission is to
develop productive, responsible citizens and lifelong learners who leverage technology and
appreciate the rich tapestry of our multicultural world.

Our goal is to ensure every student is:

• Bilingual & Biliterate: Prepared for a multilingual future.
• Critical Thinkers: Equipped to problem-solve and innovate.
• Ready for Tomorrow: Mastering the essential skills needed to thrive at the next level
  and beyond.

The Role
As the Principal, you will be the architect of a high-quality, standards-focused curriculum thathonors the unique qualities of every learner. You will lead a dedicated staff in cultivating aculture of creativity and collaboration.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Hollinger K-8 School family!
Location: 150 W Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713
Mascot: Bulldogs
Diversity: The student body is 89.6% Hispanic, 3.6% White , 4.2% African American,
1.5% Native American, 0.9% Multi-Racial and 0.2% Asian American.
Programs and Achievements: Hollinger offers Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) and
Dual Language.

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, Region 2: Santa Cruz

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

POSITION SPECIFICS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year
LOCATION: Hollinger K-8 School - Ajo & 6th Ave. Area
FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day
START DATE: July 1, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $84,664.60 to $98,292.98
WORK CALENDAR: 12 months