Job Description:

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! 
Award-Winning District * 5 Outstanding Schools * Competitive Salaries * Incentives * Paid Holidays & Leave * Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources * Culture of Caring & Support
Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives.

 QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Current Arizona Department of Education Administrative Certification or eligibility to obtain.
2. A minimum of two (2) years building level administrative experience, preferred.
3. A minimum of five (5) years' experience as a Classroom Teacher, School Psychologist, or related services provider.
4. Experience in grant management of State and Federal funds in the last three (3) years, preferred.
5. Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

1. Ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills.
2. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
3. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including grant and report writing.
4. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
5. Skilled in supervision and evaluation of staff.
6. Knowledge of special education laws and implementation  of  special  education  programs  and processes with  the  maximum  consideration  of  inclusion and least restrictive environment.
7. Knowledge of laws and implementing processes as they relate to all programs within the department.
8. Experience in grant management and budgeting processes.
9. Knowledge of current research in educational leadership and school reform.
10. Knowledge of special education disabilities and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and ability to ensure District procedures are in legal compliance.
11. Knowledge of teaching methods and techniques as they relate to all programs within department.
12. Ability to develop and implement training.  
13. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
14. Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position.
15. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
16. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
17. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
18. Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
19. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
20. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
             VIEW THE ADMINISTRATIVE WAGE PLACEMENT PLAN
             WORK YEAR:  12 Month Contract
             EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt
             **BENEFITS** SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan. For more details, please visit the Join Our Team and Benefits web pages.
 
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT
Human Resources - 515-2760 or human.resources@svps.k12.az.us

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 3305 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista AZ, 85635 or 520-515-2700.