26/27 SY Teacher Art (KGWES)

Young World Physical Education; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 45,465 - 55,568; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Surprise, Arizona, is seeking a full-time Teacher Art (KGWES). The candidate must have a valid Arizona teaching certificate and a SEI endorsement. Responsibilities include teaching the district's approved curriculum, developing lesson plans, and evaluating student growth. The position offers a competitive salary of $50,517 per year and a collaborative classroom environment that fosters personal and educational growth for students.

Qualifications

• Specified English Immersion (SEI) endorsement is required.
• Valid teaching certificate specific to Arizona.
• Experience in developing and executing curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum approved by the district.
• Develop individualized lesson plans for students.
• Evaluate and record students' academic growth.

Skills

Ability to develop lesson plans

Effective communication

Maintaining student behavior standards

Individualized instruction

Education

Valid Arizona teaching certificate

Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Dysart Unified School District Kingswood Elementary, Surprise, AZ - Surprise, Arizona Open in Google Maps

26/27 SY Teacher Art (KGWES)

This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5683510
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 30, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Specified English Immersion (SEI) endorsement is required for employment by Dysart Unified School District (DUSD)

Reports To

Principal

FLSA Status

Exempt

Supervises

No

Job Family

Academic Instruction

FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

197

Grade

Certified Salary Schedule

Summary

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach district approved curriculum.
• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional material and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
• Identify student needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plan and coordinate the work of teacher aides, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student work.
• Maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members, and vendors.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Education and Certification

• Valid Arizona teaching certificate.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

Knowledge of

• Reading and interpreting general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals.
• Writing general correspondence and speaking effectively with others.
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Principles and practices of program administration.
• Basic principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.

Skills

• Applying reason to research and solving moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Interpreting an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms.
• Performing basic original research to assist with developing teaching plans and instructional materials.
• Maintaining and updating documentation.
• Organizing and maintaining records, files and program information.
• Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reasoning.
• Authoring and preparing official reports, documents and presentations.
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this class require stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor classroom environment

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Legal Disclosures

The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type

Full-Time Benefited

Salary: $50,517 Per Year

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Art