EDP SPED K-2 Teacher

Kingman Unified School District #20•Kingman, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kingman Unified School District #20, in Kingman, AZ, is seeking a certified SPED Teacher for the Emotional Disability Program, serving Grades K-2 at Desert Willow School for the 2026-27 school year. This position offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities, a 4-day work week, a 148-day employment contract, and 13 weeks off annually. The district provides employee health insurance with some premiums paid at 100% and a retirement pension through the Arizona State Retirement System with 100% district matching contributions.

Requirements

Bachelor's or more advanced degree from an accredited institution.
An Identity Verified Print (IVP) fingerprint clearance card through Arizona Department of Public Safety, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
Teaching certification through Arizona Department of Education: Mild/Moderate Disabilities certificate, Cross-Categorical Special Education, Special Education ID, Special Education LD, Special Education ED, or Standard Professional teaching certificate with a Provisional or Full Mild/Moderate Disabilities, PreK-12 endorsement.
One of the following endorsements: Literacy K-5, Reading K-8, Reading K-12, Reading Specialist K-12.
SEI, ESL or Bilingual Endorsement issued by Arizona Department of Education, within one year of hire.
Individuals pursuing a teaching career through an alternative pathway must enroll in a teacher preparation program approved by the Arizona Department of Education and obtain an Alternative Teaching Certificate.

Responsibilities

Teach students in the Emotional Disability Program for grades K-2.
Provide a supportive environment for student growth.
Engage in professional development and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and growth.
4-day work weeks.
148-day employment contract.
13 weeks off throughout the year.
Employee health insurance options with some premiums paid at 100% by the District.
Retirement pension through Arizona State Retirement System where 100% of your contributions are matched by the District.
Performance Pay: eligible for an additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay.
One-Time Critical Needs Stipend for special education positions ($5,000).
Annual Stipend for Special Education Teachers case management ($4,000).
Annual Stipend for Special Education Teachers in ED-P classrooms ($10,000).