SPED Resource K-1st teacher

Kingman Unified School District #20•Kingman, AZ

19h•$46,075 - $57,975•Onsite

About The Position

Kingman Unified School District #20, in Kingman, AZ, is seeking a certified SPED Resource K-1st teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and growth, a 4-day work week, a 148-day employment contract, and 13 weeks off annually. The district provides employee health insurance options with some premiums paid at 100% and a retirement pension through the Arizona State Retirement System with 100% district-matched 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 by 8/01/2028: Literacy K-5, Reading K-8, Reading K-12, or Reading Specialist K-1.
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 to be eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

Provide special education resource teaching for K-1st grade students.
Support students in finding pathways unique to them, whether traditional or trade-focused.
Engage in professional development and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive environment with 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.
Base Pay ranges from $46,075 - $57,975 depending on experience.
Eligible for an additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay.
One-time $2,000 stipend for critical needs positions in math, science, and kindergarten (pending certification).
One-time $5,000 stipend for critical needs positions in special education (pending certification).
Special Education Teachers eligible for a case management stipend of up to $4,000 in FY 2026-27.
Special Education Teachers in ED-P classrooms eligible for a stipend of $10,000 in FY 2026-27.