SPED S/C Essentials Teacher

Kingman Unified School District #20•Kingman, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Kingman Unified School District #20, in Kingman, AZ, invites you to apply for the following certified teaching position for the 2026-27 school year. As a KUSD teacher, you can expect a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. Enjoy work-life balance through 4-day work weeks, a 148-day employment contract, and 13 weeks off throughout the year. The District offers employee health insurance options with some premiums paid at 100% and a retirement pension through the Arizona State Retirement System where 100% of your contributions are matched by the District.

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-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 to be eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

Teach SPED S/C Essentials curriculum.
Provide case management for special education students.
Work with students in ED-P classrooms if applicable.

Benefits

Professional development and growth opportunities
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 with 100% employer match on contributions
Base Pay: KUSD's minimum and maximum new hire salary ranges for teachers include the district's contracted salary, determined by years of experience and higher education, plus state-funded Prop 301 money. The contracted salary in combination with $8,500 in 301 money creates the base wages for teachers, which are represented by the salary ranges. (Prop 301 money is paid separately and not included in the employment contract.)
Salary range for candidates with up to four years of teaching experience: $45,575 - $55,475.
Salary range for candidates with four or more years of teaching experience: $47,575 - $57,475.
Performance Pay: In addition to base pay, certified teaching staff are eligible for an additional $4,500 in Prop 301 performance pay.
One-Time Critical Needs Stipends: Candidates offered and accepting critical needs teaching positions in special education may be eligible to receive a one-time $5,000 stipend.
Available Annual Stipends: Special Education Teachers are eligible for a case management stipend in FY 2026-27 of up to $4,000.
Special Education Teachers in ED-P classrooms are eligible for a stipend in FY 2026-27 of $10,000.