Flagstaff Unified School District is home to 650 dedicated teachers in 15 schools with a total student population of 10,000. We sit at 7000 ft. at the base of Mt. Humphreys, the tallest peak in Arizona (12,637 ft). We have a low turnover rate of 10%, making us a competitive district to get into. FUSD strives to attract a diverse and highly skilled work force. We hold a mutual respect and acceptance of others and appreciate the uniqueness that each staff member brings to the workplace.
In determining if FUSD is the right fit for you, please take a moment to look at the City of Flagstaff, AZ. You can also view our weather (which is amazing!) and things to do in Flagstaff, Arizona 365.
WORK DAYS WITH FUSD:
Our teachers have 180 contract days (183) for new teachers, 7.5 hour contract day, professional learning program, successful online testing platform and digital learning environments in each of our classrooms. Our certified salary placement guide can be found by visiting our HR page.
BENEFITS:
Please take a moment to enjoy reviewing our excellent individual health, dental and vision benefits. We also offer Arizona State Retirement, wellness program, employee discounts, life insurance, stipends for coaching and extra pay assignments, professional growth income when you complete trainings on your own time and for teaching trainings to your fellow teachers.
SCHOOLS HIGHLIGHTS:
- Marshall Magnet School - an Arts and Science Magnet
- Sinagua Middle School - MITe Program with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
- Flagstaff High School - home to the AP Academy, JROTC, CAVIAT (dual enrollment with Coconino Community College), Culinary, Woods, Welding, Auto, Business, Early Childhood, Fashion & Design. Robust and diverse robotics program.
- Mount Elden Middle School - home to the Alpine Leadership Academy - offers a two-year experiential learning program where Students are engaged in experiential education, connecting classrooms to natural spaces and communities through learning expeditions. Puente Language Academy which continues to teach students in Spanish/English or Navajo/English. Honors Pre-AP Academy
- Coconino High School - Features of this diversely populated school include the awards winning FLC Robotics Program, the Coconuts, the Language Institute and the CIT Engineering Program
- Leupp Elementary - Located on the Navajo Reservation, Leupp is just one of our Title 1 schools and is part of the No Excuses University program which promotes continuing education for all students.
AWARDS:
- AP Honor Roll for Expanding Opportunity and Improving Performance of AP Students 2014-2015
- 2015-2016 National School Counselor of the Year at Flagstaff High School
- Numerous Rodel Award-winning Teachers, Rodel Foundation Exemplary Principal
- Coconino High School is home to the Coconuts, Regional Champions and Chairman's Award in 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
- Clubs including Speech and Debate and Chess are local legends and state champions.
- FUSD is home to the 1999-2000 National Science Teacher of the Year
- Recognized by Apple as a distinguished program for our iRead program 2013-2015, 2015-2017
- AzTEA Innovation Award winner: Educational Technology Specialist 2015-2016
- Local award winning nominees and leaders in the Viola and Athena Awards
- FHS - Silver Award, Top High Schools in the Nation - US News and World Report
- Home to Camp Colton, Flagstaff, AZ Organization of the Year - 2011, which provides an outdoor camping experience for all FUSD 6th graders