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Mission Statement:

The Mission of District One is to

ensure a comprehensive

education for our students through relevant, rigorous

curriculum and instructional excellence.

Vision Statement: ONE Community

Pursuing Excellence

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Yuma Elementary School District One

DISTRICT PROFILE

The Yuma Elementary School District is the largest elementary school district located in Yuma, Arizona, with a student population of over 8,000 and an employee base of over 1,300. The District operates twelve elementary schools, three junior high schools, two middle schools and an online school.

NOTABLE DISTRICT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: The District is proud to offer a number of student-centered support programs.

Personalized Learning: Our personalized learning initiative empowers every student and educator to utilize digital tools for high achievement and innovative excellence. Every student in kindergarten through eighth grade has access to an iPad. Students have continued, rigorous, high quality, teacher-led whole group instruction, increased small group and individual instruction based on the learning needs of each student, engaging online academic content, and collaborative group projects to deepen their understanding of learning.

Exceptional Student Services: We have an outstanding exceptional student program that offer services across the continuum from full inclusion in the general education classroom, to off-campus alternative setting, to homebound or residential placement. Our program offers a variety of classroom placements ranging from resource, mild/moderate, extensive, and intensive support. In addition to the classroom personnel, the district also employs specialists that include school psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists.

Military Family Programs: Our District has several grants including the Department of Defense grant that supports our military family programs and military advocates. The grants also support the enrichment courses that support STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

AVID: The Advancement Via Individual Determination program is a system that challenges all students to become confident scholars, fully prepared for successful completion of a four-year college program. All of our middle schools offer and promote the AVID program. Woodard Junior High School was recently recognized in the top two percent of AVID schools worldwide and was designated as an AVID Demonstration School.

Migrant: Our migrant program identifies students who have moved during the last three years due to their parent’s agricultural work. Our district employs migrant advocates that provide support through on-going communication with students, teachers, and parents regarding attendance and academic progress.

Gifted: Our district also provides gifted services through the individualized gifted education plan, gifted cluster classrooms in elementary schools, and advanced classes at middle schools. The mission is to promote the optimum development of gifted students.

Health Services: The health services program is comprised of five professional registered nurses and twelve health assistants that provide services to district students. The specific mission is to enhance the education of District students by removing health related barriers to learning by promoting an optimal level of wellness.

Child Nutrition: The district is proud of the fantastic child nutrition department. Each school ensures that nutrition education is embedded in the school day. Whether it is promoting the veggie of the day in the cafeteria or explaining the importance of healthy choices in the classrooms, our child nutrition staff is top notch.

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Art/Music/Physical Education: Every school at Yuma District One offers art, music, and physical education. Both the District administration and Governing Board have made a commitment to ensure that these programs are offered.

These are just several of many quality programs that support students in the District.

District One is proud of its exemplary employees. Each month we highlight five of our High Five employees (Fantastic, Incredible, Valuable, Employees). Our outstanding staff have been acknowledged and highlighted through various awards and celebrations in the county and state. We are home to multiple Yuma county teacher of the year winners. In addition, several of our employees have been selected as Rodel Exemplary Teachers and Principals. The District has the support of the community. In 2014, the community approved a $37 million bond program. Bond funds are being used to address facility maintenance improvements such as roof repairs, student restroom renovation, classroom lighting, along with security and safety improvements, energy efficiency projects, and technology upgrades.

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Yuma is located on the southwestern tip of Arizona bordering California and the Republic of Mexico. A rich cultural heritage of Hispanic, Anglo, and Native American influences, coupled with a large number of military families, and a migrant population, has enriched the district with a diverse student population.

Today, Yuma ranks as one of Arizona’s most important cities. The following are the major contributors to our economy:

Agriculture: With the presence of the Colorado River and the climate that is conducive to a year-round growing season, agriculture has become a major contributor to the economic stability and growth of the city and surrounding metropolitan area.

Military: Also, supporting the economy of the region is a strong

presence of support and service industries such as the Yuma Proving Ground and the Marine Corps Air Station.

Tourism: Each year, Yuma greets many visitors from different

places. Whether they are just passing through or enjoying the warmer winters, Yuma has something to offer everyone.

Superintendent Profile

GOVERNING BOARD MEMBERS & TERM EXPIRATIONS

Joseph Melchionne, President 2016 Barbara Foote, Member 2018

Karen Griffin, Clerk 2018 Irene Montoya, Member 2016

Maureen Irr, Member 2016

The Governing Board of the Yuma Elementary School District is seeking, as its next

superintendent, an experienced leader who has a proven record in sustaining high

student achievement, leading excelling schools, attracting and retaining highly

qualified employees, and developing and implementing a long-range strategic plan.

The Board seeks a superintendent who will embrace, understand, and respect the

traditions, diversity, and culture of the Yuma community while moving the district

forward toward being a “world class district.”

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PREPARATION Administrative experience, including experience as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, or

comparable administrative experience in a public school district. The successful candidate must possess an Arizona Superintendent Certificate.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Possession of quality character/work attributes and traits (empathy, fairness, integrity, respect,

honesty, professionalism, perseverance, dedication, courage, etc.). The successful candidate will have a history of demonstrating personal qualities that support all

students in their effort to achieve at the highest possible academic and personal level. Is trustworthy, supportive, and demonstrates integrity and transparency related to working with

District staff and community stakeholders. Has a documented history of successfully working with staff and community stakeholders to build

meaningful professional relationships and mutual trust. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES Personnel Leadership: Has a professional background that includes strong focus on high achievement

for all students and staff. Is skilled at attracting and retaining the best employees for respective positions.

Working Relationships: Possesses the skill to encourage and inspire leadership and collaborative working relationships at all levels of the organization. Implements successful strategies and programs that empowers all staff to have high expectations for their professional growth. Appropriately delegates tasks as well as define individual and position roles within the organization. Understands and appropriately implements the District’s employee evaluation system.

Student Achievement: Has a passion for increasing student achievement for all students while empowering all staff with the tools to achieve identified student achievement goals.

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Big Picture Leadership: Maintains a strong focus on a big picture view of the District while effectively and efficiently working to resolve specific issues and challenges. Ensures that there is strong attention to detail throughout District departments, programs, and schools.

Decision-Making: Provides collaborative, yet decisive, leadership. Continually seeks input from individuals and groups who may be impacted by a decision. Ultimately makes each decision based on what is best for the District. Aligns district resources to enrich student achievement and improve personnel opportunities. Uses data to support decision making.

Governing Board Superintendent Relationships: Continually strives to build and maintain a positive, trusting, and mutually strong professional relationship with each board member and the Board as a whole. Effectively communicates with all board members equally.

SALARY AND CONTRACT TERMS

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000. The actual salary for the successful candidate will be determined during contract negotiations and will be based on experience and professional preparation. The District offers a competitive benefit package that will be finalized during contract negotiations.

2015-2016 STAFFING

Certified Staff - 465; Support Staff - 679; Administrators - 28

YUMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT SEARCH TIMELINE

Vacancy Announced January 15, 2016

Deadline for Applications February 15, 2016 @ Noon AZ Time

Applicant Screening with Governing Board February 22, 2016

Applicant Interviews & Community Meetings March 2-4, 2016

Announcement of New Appointment TBD

Governing Board Enters Contract Negotiations April 7 or 14, 2016

New Superintendent Assumes Duties (or as mutually agreed)

July 1, 2016