26/27 SY Teacher Kindergarten (LUKE)

Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Luke Elementary in Glendale, AZ is hiring a 26/27 SY Kindergarten teacher. The role reports to the principal and requires an Arizona teaching certificate and IVP fingerprint clearance.

Eligible applicants must hold a Structured English Immersion endorsement and be prepared to work within a comprehensive district salary schedule. The position is full-time, benefited, with a 1.0 FTE and a 197-day work calendar.

Qualifications

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and subject matter per state regs.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized instruction.
• Communicates with parents regularly outside class day.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and subject matter specified by state law.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized instruction.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
• Communicates with parents outside normal classroom day.
• Maintains student behavior standards for a productive learning environment.
• Evaluates student growth and maintains records.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Parent communication

Technology usage

Education

Arizona teaching certificate

AZ IVP fingerprint clearance

Tools

IVP FPCC

Job description

Dysart Unified School District Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ - Glendale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

26/27 SY Teacher Kindergarten (LUKE)

Dysart Unified School District Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ - Glendale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5972891

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Principal

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SUPERVISES

No

JOB FAMILY

Academic Instruction

FTE

1.0

WORK CALENDAR

197

GRADE

Certified Salary Schedule

APPROVED

REVISED

8/19/2019

AStructured English Immersion (SEI)endorsementis required for employment by Dysart Unified School District (DUSD)

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:

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conference, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and coordinate the work of teacher aides, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student work.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/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 speak 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.

SKILL IN:

• 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 reason.
• Authoring and preparing original 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.

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

Welcome to Luke Elementary, Glendale, AZ

Luke Elementary School is proud to continue the strong partnership with the community of Luke Air Force Base and surrounding areas. Luke is proud to host many of our military’s own children and work together with the base supports to ensure smooth transition for all families. We are committed to providing an extraordinary academic experience. Luke Educators use the Arizona State Standards to plan for rigorous instruction, utilizing effective engagement strategies while ensuring that all students are progressing through the standards. In addition, Luke Educators work as cohesive Professional Learning Communities to collaborate on upcoming standards, reviewing data from assessments and make adjustments to ensure student success.Providing close access from the communities surrounding Luke Air Force Base, the school is located on Dysart Road, just North of Glendale Avenue with closes access to the 101, 303 and Northern Parkway.

Contact Information

• Dysart USD HR Department
• 15802 North Parkview Place
• Surprise, Arizona 85374
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]